What was the result of the defeat of the Union forces at the Second Battle of Bull Run, or Manassas? A.
The Union forces decided to control the Mississippi instead of capturing Richmond.
B.
The Confederate forces gained international recognition and received support from Britain and France.
C.
The Confederate forces were encouraged to start an offensive in the North and invade Maryland.
D.
The Union increased their funding for the war to provide more supplies to the Union forces.