Sherman's march to sea: Sherman's March

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Sherman was raised by another family than his own. He understood that the actual structures of homes could be replaced, while loved ones could not. His march to the sea probably saved thousands of lives on both sides and simultaneously helped bring the war to a close. I have been told that the murdering and raping of civilians has long been exaggerated. While bringing the war to civilians does seem harsh, Sherman knew that only total warfare would end the war. Having lived in the South before the war started, he had a better idea from the beginning what he was up against and what would be required. Grant wanted Sherman to join him at Petersburg to fight. Sherman wanted to try another tactic other than fighting. Civil War armies were virtually impossible to destroy. They would usually regroup to fight another day. Perhaps Sherman was one of first to understand this.

-- posted by MelissaJames