Question

What was unique about the Union attack on Fort Wagner in 1863?
The troops were African American.
The troops were European.
The troops were from a border state.
The troops were former Confederate soldiers.

Answer 1

Answer:

The troops were African American.

Answer 2

Answer:

The troops were African American  was unique about the Union attack on Fort Wagner in 1863.

Explanation:

• It was the Union assault on July 18, 1863, which was spearheaded by the 54th Massachusetts Volunteer Infantry, one of the first sizable African American combat formations.  
• Colonel Robert Gould Shaw, who was slain in the battle, led the 54th Massachusetts on foot as they charged. South of Charleston Harbor, the Confederate stronghold of Fort Wagner, which guarded Morris Island, was attacked by Brig.
• Gen. Quincy Gillmore's Union Army forces. Despite being a Confederate triumph, the 54th Massachusetts Infantry's gallant attack during the Battle of Fort Wagner demonstrated the great resolve of African Americans serving in the Union army.  

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