Where did the South suffer a crushing defeat that ended its hopes for victory it the civil war?

The South suffered a crushing defeat at the Battle of Gettysburg, fought from July 1 to July 3, 1863. This pivotal battle marked a turning point in the Civil War, as the Confederate Army, led by General Robert E. Lee, faced significant losses against Union forces. The defeat halted Lee's invasion of the North and bolstered Union morale, ultimately diminishing the South's hopes for victory in the war. Following Gettysburg, the Confederacy struggled to recover from the losses in manpower and resources.