HIST 2057 Chapter : Reconstruction And The Freedman HIST 2057 1182017
Document Summary
January 18, 2017: the emancipation proclamation (1863, transformation of war aims. The emancipation proclamation only brought freedom to slaves in states that were a part of the confederate states. It did not bring any rights to the newly freed slaves. Proclamation because it would weaken the south"s economy (the slaves. Union, strengthening the north"s war effort. were providing food and other necessities for the troops) and its ability to wage war. As well, the freed slaves could be used as troops for the. The north at first was not really in support with the idea of emancipating the slaves to weaken the south. However, after the first year and the south winning so many battles, the north decided to implement it. They were also convinced when the british supported the. South in the war effort, despite being very against slavery. By emancipating the slaves, it put british opinion on the side of the north.
