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"40 acres and a mule", was what the freed slaves believed to be a promise made by the United States government at the end of the Civil War. To many African American's today, it still represents the 'unfinished business" of the Civil War.
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What led to general Sherman's order of 40 acres and a mule for former slaves?
When lands confiscated from the former Confederates were returned back to them by administration of President Andrew Johnson, freed slaves that had been given 40 acres of farmland were evicted.
What led up to general Sherman's order of 40 acres and a mule of former slaves?
When lands confiscated from the former Confederates were returned back to them by administration of President Andrew Johnson, freed slaves that had been given 40 acres of farmland were evicted.
Toward the end of the civil war what did general sherman special field order number 15 do?
Apex- It gave 40 acres of land and a mule to freed African Americans
What led up to general sherman's order of 40 acres and mule for former slaves?
Freed slaves followed the march of Sherman's army through Georgia.
What did the general call Henry's regiment?
Mule Drivers
Is Pascal on Forty Acres and Maybe a Mule happy?
Forty acres and a mule is a bad thing, it should not be mentioned.
What groups was promised Forty Acres and a Mule after the Civil War?
hannah
Did the slaves receive forty acres and a mule after civil war?
No they didn't. That promise was not kept.
What is the theme of forty acres and maybe a mule?
your welcome my friend. x <3 >:D
What did the term forty acres and a mule mean during Reconstruction?
I dont know thats why I asked :P
Who was the Civil War general was the inspiration for granting forty acres and a mule to freedmen?
General Sherman. -- His promise failed though.
Who was promised forty acres and a mule?
Newly freed blacks from the South. Sadly, the promise was never fulfilled.
What is the explanation of peace and joy from forty acres and maybe a mule?
:I love the explanation of peace and joy. It's pretty." Pascal said. (Page 13.)
Who is entitled to the 40 acres and a mule?
Slaves
What did newly freed slaves want after the civil war?
The Union promised them "40 Acres and a Mule". President Andrew Johnson rescinded that promise, because he didn't like black people.
When did 40 Acres and A Mule productions Start?
in hong kong
What role did the freedmans bureau play in reconstuction?
They gave freedmen fourty acres and a mule ( neve actually gave them a mule)
