Why in the world would want to debate this subject?

Just look at the enormous wealth the North possessed versus the South's resources.

What I look at is, the number of regiments the North was able to assemble. Good lord, look at New York, 188 Regiments; Ohio, 175 Regiments, etc.

The South had no way of competing with these numbers not-withstanding the brilliance of her commanders.

This, not withstanding the blockade of her coasts.