Which is an accurate description of total war as it was practiced during the civil war? a. the deliberate murder of enemy civilians b. the intentional destruction of civilian property c. the recruitment of women to fill depleted army ranks d. the deportation of captured slaves to africa

"B. the intentional destruction of civilian property" is the best option for a "total war" element of the Civil War. Total war exists when things other than military targets are intentionally hit.

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