The Battle of Atlanta was a significant battle during the American Civil War, fought from July 22 to July 28, 1864. It was part of the larger campaign to capture the city of Atlanta, a vital supply center for the Confederate Army. The battle involved Union forces, led by General William Tecumseh Sherman, and Confederate troops under General John Bell Hood. The Union victory helped secure control of Atlanta, which was crucial for the Union's strategy in the South. The battle was marked by intense fighting and heavy casualties on both sides. The Union's success in the Battle of Atlanta boosted Northern morale and contributed to President Abraham Lincoln's re-election. The fall of Atlanta also had significant implications for the Confederacy, as it disrupted their supply lines and weakened their military position in the region.