Asked by
Jordyn Harris-Badger
on Nov 07, 2024Verified
What was the purpose of the contraband camps?
A) They were a storage place for all confiscated military property.
B) Smuggled goods from Confederate ships were stored there.
C) They were used as housing for runaway slaves.
D) They were used as housing for prisoners of war.
Contraband Camps
Refuges for escaped slaves during the American Civil War, established by Union forces.
Runaway Slaves
Enslaved people who escaped from their enslavers in pursuit of freedom, often facing severe risks and hardships.
Confederate Ships
Naval vessels that were operated by the Confederate States during the American Civil War to fight against the Union.
- Detail the involvement and experiences of African Americans during the Civil War timeframe, taking into account their recruitment and treatment.
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Learning Objectives
- Detail the involvement and experiences of African Americans during the Civil War timeframe, taking into account their recruitment and treatment.