Florida History - A New Nation

Question 11 • FL-2100010-M/J United States History A-CR

Which explains how the actions of Bernardo de Gálvez affected British troops in Florida?

Answer

By opening a second front at Mobile, de Gálvez prevented the British from sending additional troops to Pensacola.

By opening a second front at Pensacola, de Gálvez prevented the British from sending additional troops north.

By opening a second front at Mobile, de Gálvez prevented the British from sending additional troops to East Florida.

By opening a second front at Pensacola, de Gálvez prevented the British from sending additional troops to Mobile.

Explanation

Bernardo de Gálvez attacked British-held Mobile before moving against Pensacola. The fighting at Mobile occupied British troops and resources, making it harder for Britain to send reinforcements to Pensacola. Thus, opening a second front at Mobile helped prevent additional British troops from reaching Pensacola.

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