Opposing+Sides

One of the factor advantages of the Confederates were the supiroir officers. One of the best senior officer, Robert E. Lee was in command of many of the nation's best officers and well trained men. Robert was offered to fight for the Union but he turned it down. The colleges provided a large number of trained men to quickly organize an effective fighting force. All from these millitary colleges. A big disadvantage was the Economic advantage of Population of about 22 million.