In 1861, the First Battle of Manassas, or Bull Run,
A. was witnessed in person by President Lincoln.
B. saw a much larger Union force oppose Confederate troops.
C. was a victory for the Confederates.
D. proved a severe blow to Confederate morale.
E. ended in a stalemate.
Answer: C
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