What did most Confederate soldiers see themselves as fighting for? A. To preserve the United States B. To prolong slavery C. Defending national government D. Defending states’ rights

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Answer:

D. Defending states’ rights

Explanation:

  • Confederate soldiers believed that they were defending their homeland.
  • They believed that each state has a right to decide for itself.
  • That is why the theory of Union that some things need to be unified was against their principles.