The Battle of Atlanta was a significant military engagement during the American Civil War, fought from July 22 to September 2, 1864. This battle was part of the larger Atlanta Campaign, where Union forces, led by General William Tecumseh Sherman, aimed to capture the strategic city of Atlanta, Georgia. The Union victory was crucial for controlling supply lines and boosting Northern morale. Following the battle, Sherman's forces continued their advance, leading to the eventual capture of Atlanta. This victory played a key role in the re-election of President Abraham Lincoln and marked a turning point in the war, as it demonstrated the Union's growing strength and resolve.