First time round (Sept. 1862), he was wanting to assert Confederate viability in the eyes of the British and French, who were close to sending military aid. Second time round (June 1863), he was wanting to relieve pressure on Vicksburg by provoking Grant into sending troops East to counter the threat of an invasion of Pennsylvania.
Sultana (Thompson Seedless) grapes. The sultana is a white (pale green), oval seedless grape variety also called the sultanina, Thompson Seedless (United States), Lady de Coverly (England), and oval-fruited Kishmish (Iran, Turkey, Palestine, Russia).he term sultana refers to golden-coloured dried grapes, which may also be called golden raisins. Any kind of grape may be used to produce golden raisins, and any kind of golden raisins from any kind of grape may be marketed as sultanas.
Health Benefits. Â· Sultanas are a good source of iron, potassium and selenium and also contain vitamin A and some vitamin B. Â· It is also rich in fiber. Â· They are beneficial for high blood pressure, fluid retention, constipation and anemia.Â· Their high calorie content makes them an ideal snack for anyone involved in sports.he sultana is a type of white, seedless grape of Turkish or Iranian origin. These are typically larger than the raisins. Sultana raisins have a delicate and unique flavor and are especially noted for their sweetness and golden colour.