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The simple fact that most Northerners were not Abolitionists.

Most of the rank-&-file objected to having to feed, accommodate and guard thousands of freed slaves, on top of al their other duties.

Only with time did they see that this new manpower could fill the junior ranks, and make opportunities for existing troops to gain promotion.

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When were African Americans allowed to enlist as soldiers in the union army?

Yes, and there was a special unit of African American soldiers in the Union army. They had white officers and did fight in battles. A good movie on this is "Glory" with Denzal Washington. Very powerful.


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.


Where did soldiers go to enlist in the revolutionary war?

Philadlphia


Why did African Americans did not enlist in the state to fight for independence?

If you are asking about the war for American independance from England, African Americans did fight in the war for independence. I'd recommend reading a little black history starting at wallbuilders.com for more information and links to books on the subject.


Why did African American patriots hope that the revolution would end slavery?

Because the Declaration of Independence stated that "all men are created equal". (even though African Americans were considered property not men back then).

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What was a example of the rendezvous planned during the revolution war?

To enlist African Americans as soldiers in the British army.


What opened the door for African-americans to enlist in the union army?

Me


Which state did not enlist the African Americans after the war?

South Carolina


When were African Americans allowed to enlist as soldiers in the union army?

Yes, and there was a special unit of African American soldiers in the Union army. They had white officers and did fight in battles. A good movie on this is "Glory" with Denzal Washington. Very powerful.


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 did African- Americans enlist to fight in the civil war?

Because they were trying to fight for their freedom.


Why did union hesitate to enlist African Americans as soldiers?

The simple fact that most Northerners were not Abolitionists. Most of the rank-&-file objected to having to feed, accommodate and guard thousands of freed slaves, on top of al their other duties. Only with time did they see that this new manpower could fill the junior ranks, and make opportunities for existing troops to gain promotion.


Is it true that despite the ban on African Americans serving in the army many state allowed them to enlist?

yes


Which of the following was an advantage of the British in the American Revolution?

The ability to enlist foreign soldiers, Loyalists, and Native Americans in their military forces.


Why did Frederick Douglass argue that African Americans should be allowed to serve as soldiers?

Civil War black soldiers were eager to enlist in the Union Army. ... fight againstslavery and they believed that military service would allow them to prove their ...However, it was thought that African Americans would be used as militarylaborers, ...


Why did general Washington change his policy for free African Americans to enlist in the continental army?

Pretty much he was orderd to do so by congress.


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.