As a result of explorations by Spain, France, and England, what led to the destruction of native populations in the area of South Carolina?

A. war
B. disease
C. starvation
D. overcrowding

because of its location and commercial importance, atlanta was used as a center for military operations and as a supply route by the confederate army during the civil war. therefore, it also became a target for the union army. general william tecumseh sherman and his troops captured the city in 1864.