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They were ex-slaves, liberated by the Union armies during their Southern campaigns.
They had nowhere to go, so they hung around the army camps, doing the heavy labour. Then some lower-ranked white troops saw the point of bringing them into the ranks, to allow the whites to move up.
What else can I help you with?
What was going on with African Americans doing during the civil war?
the african americans were still in slavery during the civil war
Who fought but were treated poorly during the civil war?
African Americans
What people was freed from slavery during the civil war?
African Americans
What was the role of African Americans in the union Army during the Civil War?
African Americans could not join until after the Emancipation Proclamation.
What 2 states with the largest numbers of African Americans serving in state governments during reconstruction?
During Reconstruction, the two states with the largest numbers of African Americans serving in state governments were South Carolina and Louisiana. South Carolina had a significant representation, with many African Americans elected to the state legislature, while Louisiana also saw a notable presence of Black officials, including in key positions. This period marked a significant advancement for African Americans in political representation following the Civil War.
What was the death toll of African Americans during the civil rights movement?
750
Who was the leading spokesman of African Americans during the civil war?
frederick douglas
What did MOST enslaved African Americans do during the Civil War?
worked on plantations
WHAT WAS THE ROLE OF AFRICAN AMERICANS SOLDIERS IN THE UNION ARMY DURING CIVIL WAR?
African Americans could not join until after the Emancipation Proclamation.
Why did African Americans want to enlist during the civil war?
The civil war was about slavery so aferican Americans would enlist to fight for their freedom
Why were African Americans treated unfairly during the Civil War?
African Americans were brought over as slaves. That is more that unfair treatment. Some were convinced that African Americans were less able than Caucasians.
How many African Americans were registered to vote during the Civil Rights Era?
5000
