Monday, January 6, 2014

Telegraphs in the Civil War


Utilized by President Lincoln, the development of telegraphs is believed to have won Lincoln and the Union forces the war. By establishing telegraphs in various places that proved crucial to receiving constant updates on the war, Lincoln was able to plan his next moves based off of information he received. Direct messages kept Lincoln up to date on Confederacy attacks as well as victories won by the Union. This investment by Lincoln was costly but well worth the victory.

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