Before beginning the march to the sea, Sherman orders his soldiers to destroy anything of "military potential in Atlanta." Unfortunately, some of his soldiers get out of control and begin torching all sorts of other things. When it is over, thirty percent of Atlanta was destroyed. Sherman felt that Atlanta had done more to facilitate the war than any other city, except for Richmond, therefore, he felt the actions completely justified.
The loss of Atlanta is disaterous for the Confederacy. Atlanta was a major railroad hub and a major idustrial center. It was a crucial logistcal city to support war efforts.
The next day, November 16th, 1864, Sherman and his army begin their march to the sea.
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