During the Civil War, many African Americans played a crucial role in the fight for freedom and equality, both as soldiers and as laborers. Approximately 180,000 African American men served in the United States Colored Troops (USCT), contributing significantly to the Union's efforts. Additionally, enslaved individuals escaped to Union lines, where they were often employed in support roles, further undermining the Confederacy. The war ultimately led to the Emancipation Proclamation, which declared the freedom of enslaved people in Confederate-held territories.
the african americans were still in slavery during the civil war
frederick douglas
worked on plantations
The civil war was about slavery so aferican Americans would enlist to fight for their freedom
They enlisted in the Union Army
the african americans were still in slavery during the civil war
African Americans
African Americans
African Americans could not join until after the Emancipation Proclamation.
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frederick douglas
worked on plantations
African Americans could not join until after the Emancipation Proclamation.
The civil war was about slavery so aferican Americans would enlist to fight for their freedom
African Americans were brought over as slaves. That is more that unfair treatment. Some were convinced that African Americans were less able than Caucasians.
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They enlisted in the Union Army