Compare the military situations in the East and the West during 1862, tell which side enjoyed the upper hand in each region and explain why.
A) The Confederacy had the upper hand in the East due to better leadership, while the Union dominated the West with superior numbers.
B) The Union held the advantage in both the East and the West, thanks to better logistics and resources.
C) The Union had the upper hand in the East due to successful blockades, while the Confederacy enjoyed an advantage in the West with more motivated troops.
D) The Confederacy held the upper hand in the East due to their strong defensive positions, while the Union had the advantage in the West with a stronger economy.
