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As the dust settled over Atlanta, questions arose about the nature of Sherman's campaign. Historians often laud his military strategy, yet the moral implications of his tactics merit scrutiny. Did his brand of Total War reshape America's moral compass? Was his ruthless efficiency a necessary evil, or did it set a precedent for the unchecked destruction of civilian lives in warfare?
Ultimately, if history is written by the victors, many truths about Sherman's march risk being obscured. The complexities of war penetrate deeper than the battles fought and won; they compel us to reflect on the human cost of military strategy.