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The confederacy used some, but mostly in menial and support jobs. The Union had many more black soldiers, and many of them were fighting soldiers. Moreover, the (white) commander of the first black regiment had forced the Government to put black soldiers on equal pay with the white soldiers.
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How did African American soldiers surpass the initial expectations the Union had about them?
african american solidres
Compare and contras attitudes in the union and the confederacy about enlisting African American soldiers?
In the Union, attitudes toward enlisting African American soldiers evolved significantly during the Civil War, with many recognizing their contributions as essential to the war effort, leading to the establishment of regiments like the United States Colored Troops. In contrast, the Confederacy largely opposed the enlistment of Black soldiers, viewing it as a threat to their social order and the institution of slavery. While some Confederate leaders eventually considered enlisting enslaved individuals as a desperate measure, this was met with resistance from both military and civilian populations. Overall, the Union embraced African American soldiers as vital allies, whereas the Confederacy remained largely resistant to their involvement in the conflict.
Did both the union and the confederacy use African Americans during the civil war?
Yes. In fact, watch the movie "Glory" (starring Matthew Broderick) about the first all-black union infantry unit in the US army. As for the Confederacy, they were more reluctant, but eventually approved using black soldiers as the Confederacy was vastly outnumbered by the Union soldiers and Union-made weaponry.
Did both the union and confederacy use African Americans during the civil war?
Yes. In fact, watch the movie "Glory" (starring Matthew Broderick) about the first all-black union infantry unit in the US army. As for the Confederacy, they were more reluctant, but eventually approved using black soldiers as the Confederacy was vastly outnumbered by the Union soldiers and Union-made weaponry.
Did all the soldiers and generals from Louisiana fight for the confederacy?
Not all soldiers and generals from Louisiana fought for the Confederacy during the American Civil War. While many did align with the Confederacy, particularly due to the state's economic and social ties to the South, there were also Union loyalists and African American troops who fought against the Confederacy. Additionally, Louisiana's diverse population included individuals who had varying allegiances, reflecting the complex political landscape of the time. Some Louisiana residents actively participated in Union efforts, highlighting the divided loyalties within the state.
How many are in Civil War?
I you mean soldiers: Confederacy - 1,064,000 soldiers Union - 2,200,000 soldiers
Did the south have African American soldiers in the civil war?
Yes, the South did have African American soldiers during the Civil War, although their numbers were significantly lower than in the Union. Initially, the Confederacy did not enlist Black soldiers, but as the war progressed and manpower shortages became critical, some southern states began to accept African Americans into their ranks, particularly toward the war's end. These soldiers often faced harsh conditions and discrimination, and many served in non-combat roles. Overall, their participation was not as widespread or formally recognized as in the Union Army.
What was the role of African American soldiers in the union army durning the civil war?
The same as white soldiers, to shoot and be shot at.
What kind of discrimination did African American soldiers in the union faced?
african-american soldiers served in separate región. They were usually paid less tan whites and suffered other kinds of discrimination.
Why would African-American Union soldiers face greater danger than white Union soldiers?
b/c they could be linked to the south where slaveowners could try to capture them. and the african-american soliders were enslaved and then they were used more in the war than the white union soliders.
What was a major contribution African American made to the Union army during the war?
serving as soldiers
After the Emancipation Proclamation, the Union army?
actively began recruiting African American soldiers to fight
