How did physical geography affect the outcome of the Battle of Coleto? The open prairie allowed the Mexican army to surround Fannin and his men.
The dense forest provided protection for Fannin and his men from Mexican soldiers.
The deep canyon allowed the Mexican army to attack Fannin and his men from above.
The rolling valleys acted as a barrier when Fannin and his men tried to escape the fighting.

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explanation:

"despite progress in the war, lincoln and most political pundits were convinced that he would lose his bid for reelection in 1864. the country was war weary and the democratic party's nominee, george mcclellan, was likely to negotiate a peace treaty with the confederacy if elected." - loc.gov

during the ming dynasty