In the spring of 1862, the Confederacy: had to turn away recruits because so many had volunteered. was recognized by the government of England. exiled thousands of pro-Union southerners. enacted the first general draft in American history.

Option: enacted the first general draft in American history  

Explanation:

After Abraham Lincoln became the President of America in 1860, the southerners decided to split from the North and declare themselves as the Confederate with its new currency and constitution. When the North began to interfere, the South decided to go for the war to defend slavery, which we came to be known as the Civil War.

During the Civil War, the Confederacy passes an act that became the first general draft of American citizens. The act invited for registration of males in America who wanted to fight for the cause. Between the ages of 20 and 45, all men chosen as volunteers in war.

it was the first major victory for the colonists.