Port Hudson Campaign Quiz

What was the primary focus of the Port Hudson Campaign discussed in the introduction?

• The economic impact of the Civil War

• The role of African-American troops

• The events of May, June, and July 1863

• The naval battles of the Civil War

Who led the Union division in the attack on May 27th?

• General Sherman

• General Grover

• General Banks

• General Gardner

What was the main defensive position for the Confederates during the May 27th attack?

• Fort Sumter

• Fort Desperate

• Fort Donelson

• Fort Henry

What was a significant challenge faced by the Confederates during the Union attack?

• Lack of artillery support

• Shortage of food supplies

• Inadequate leadership

• Poor weather conditions

What was the outcome of the Union attack on May 27th?

• A decisive Union victory

• A stalemate with heavy casualties on both sides

• A failed Union attack with lopsided casualties

• A Confederate retreat

What did the Confederates do in the weeks following the May 27th attack?

• Launched a counterattack

• Strengthened their defenses

• Retreated to a safer location

• Surrendered to Union forces

What event led to the Confederate surrender at Port Hudson?

• The fall of Vicksburg

• A successful Union attack

• A shortage of ammunition

• A surprise Confederate attack

How many Confederate soldiers were able to stand during the surrender?

• About 300

• Approximately 60

• Around 125

• Nearly 200

What role did African-American troops play after the surrender of Port Hudson?

• They formed a training base and participated in battles

• They were used as laborers

• They were sent to fight in Europe

• They were demobilized and sent home

How long did the Union maintain a presence in Port Hudson after the war?

• Until 1867

• Until 1866

• Until 1865

• Until 1864