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To keep the Brtish and French from aiding the Confederates - it would have made them look pro-slavery.
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What traits do Abraham Lincoln and frederick douglass exhibit to be considered heroes?
Abraham Lincoln chose to go to war forba good reason and had sacrificed his life to make the decision to fight for our country and Fredrick Douglas sacrificed his life for freedom. Because he wanted freedom in our country. They were both considered heroes, to this county of ours
Why did Lincoln make a public statement about slavery during the civil war?
For two reasons: one he did not condone slavery and two it was to instill a further weakness in the south by declaring the slaves free.
What were some of jobs Frederick Douglass had acquired?
He worked as an enlistment officer and encouraged President Lincoln to make Emancipation an issue in the Civil War. Also, as most of you already know, he was a leader in regional and national suffrage organizations.
How did Abraham Lincoln make an impact on others lives?
he gave a speech on the four score and seven years ago
In the Lincoln-Douglas debate Douglas tried to make Lincoln appear to be?
I think that Lincoln Douglas debate Douglas tried to mak Lincoln appear to be a good dressed guy
What was the battle plans of the south in the civil war?
The South fought a War of Attrition to make the Northern population sick of war, and make Lincoln negotiate peace.
What are the three categories that make up freedom?
The three categories that make up freedom are political rights, civil rights, and economic freedom.
Where did Lincoln make proclamation?
He made it after the battle of Gettysburg.
What part did the Gettysburg address have with the Battle of Gettysburg?
In his Gettysburg Address, President Abraham Lincoln, used the example of the American Revolutionary War as an example of the American Civil War. Lincoln, explained that just as the Colonists fought for their freedom to be an independent and united nation from England, so was the American Civil War happening to free the slaves, and give them the rights that Whites enjoyed. Lincoln tried to express, the country needed to reunite. That neither side, whether it be the North, or the South would be able to survive without the other one. Lincoln wanted to point out, that, the death of the men from both sides on that battle field, in which he was speaking, would be a reminder that together we are strong, but, divided we fall. Lincoln make it clear, that, the government and rights should be allowed for all people to share. No matter what the color of skin you may have.
Why did Lincoln make a speech at Gettysburg?
To consecrate the ground, as he honored the dead of the recent battle, which was a hard fought Union victory..
What famous speech did Lincoln make as they were burying the dead from the battle of Gettysburg?
the Gettysburg Address
What are some good freedom quotes?
Their are many great freedom quotes. My personal favorite by Abraham Lincoln is "those who deny freedom for others don't deserve it themselves". Gandhi has a beutiful one which says "freedom is not worth having if it does not include freedom to make mistakes".
What important announcment did Lincoln make during the americian civil war?
emancipated negroes in the southern states.
Why was the declaration written when it was?
it was written after the civil war to symbolize their freedom and to make sure all men are treated equal
How much did the first Battle of Bull Run in the civil war cost?
Anything you want to do i can I make you do.
What was the confederate plan during the civil war?
To make the North so war-weary that they would vote Lincoln out.
What was Lincoln's original objective of the civil war?
Lincoln initially wanted the force the Southern states to the bargaining table to discuss the compromises they would all make to keep the union.
