Vocabulary – Atlanta Campaign Begins
Confederacy
Noun
the confederation of the 11 southern states that seceded from the United States in 1861, an act that started the Civil War. Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, and Virginia were the states that seceded.
Hub
Noun
a place that is a center of activity or interest
Morale
Noun
the general level of confidence or optimism felt by a person or group of people, especially as it affects discipline and motivation
Notoriously
Adjective
well known for some undesirable feature, quality, or act
Unaggressive
Adjective
Not bold or quick to forceful action
Opponent
Noun
somebody who plays, fights, or competes against you in a contest or battle
Tone
Noun
the general quality or character of something as an indicator of the attitude or view of the person who produced it
Flanked
Verb
to be on or at the side of something or somebody
Ensured
Verb
to make sure that something will happen or be available