Why was corinth such an important target for the union?1. predominate a stream or river that joins a larger stream or river 2. tributary most common or greatest in number or amount 3. fortification a strong bag carried on the back or shoulder, used to carry items belonging to soldiers 4. haversack a wall, ditch, or rampart, built in order to strengthen a place's defenses 5. counterattack an attack made in response to one made by an enemy

Corinth was an important target for the Union because

It was a major railway center.

Explanation:

The siege of Corinth, Mississippi. Was a battle in the American civil war, carried on by forces commanded by Major General Henry Halleck in the Confederation's side and General PGT Beauregard on the Federations side. The confederate side occupied Corinth and its railway that connected Ohio, Memphis, and charleston. It was a very important crosspoint for the transport of supplies.