Grant differed from all previous commanders of the Army of the Potomac in
a. his hard-drinking habits.
b. the fact that he continued to attack, even after suffering heavy losses.
c. he was popular with the press.
d. he was disliked by President Lincoln.
e. none of these choices.
ANS: B
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