This was Lincoln's way of turning the war into an official crusade against slavery, so that Britain and France could not support the South without looking pro-slavery themselves.
why did gb support france
Britain and France had to give up their plans to support the Confederates - it would have made them look pro-slavery themselves.
Britain and France had to stay out - they could not support the Confederates without looking pro-slavery themselves.
Yes, the Emancipation Proclamation received significant support overseas, particularly in Britain and France. Many in these countries viewed it as a moral stance against slavery and a step toward human rights. This support was influenced by the growing abolitionist movements within Britain and France, which aligned with the Proclamation's goals. However, it is important to note that official government support was cautious, as both nations had economic interests tied to the Confederacy.
Slavery was abolished in Britain in 1807. It was declared illegal in France in 1794, Portugal banned it in 1624 and Spain outlawed slavery in 1542.
The confederacy needed access to the manufactured goods of great britain and France. :)
the allies Britain and France
Free nations abroad could no longer support the Confederates without looking pro-slavery themselves.
To gain an economic and military ally, and to weaken the arch rival of France, Britain.
Having turned the war into a crusade against slavery, it prevented Britain and France from intervening on the side of the Confederates. Both these countries had long since abolished slavery, and could not be seen to be fighting for slavery.
Keeping Britain and France from sending military aid to the Confederates, for fear of looking pro-slavery.