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What did George McClellan gain as a result of his victory in the battle on South Mountain?

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In the battle on South Mt. (the Blue Ridge N of the Potomac, 12 mi/19 km W of Frederick) on Sept. 14, 1862, McClellan defeated Lee's rear guard and took the passes of that range.

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