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Angie Ramirez
on Dec 12, 2024
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Which is true of black soldiers fighting for the Union army during the Civil War?
A) They developed a reputation for being vicious and ruthless warriors.
B) Most were drafted into service.
C) They performed the same duties as white soldiers from the outset, but at lower pay.
D) Their accomplishments contributed to the evolution of Lincoln's ideas concerning equal rights before the law.
E) They enjoyed more equality with whites in the army than in the navy.
Equal Rights
The principle that all people should have the same rights and opportunities without discrimination on any grounds.
Vicious Warriors
Fighters or soldiers known for their fierce and aggressive approach to combat, often used in historical or mythological contexts.
Drafted Service
Mandatory conscription for military service, where individuals are selected and required to join the armed forces.
- Gain insight into the different responsibilities and encounters of African-American soldiers in the Civil War.
- Scrutinize the evolution in Lincoln's approach and governance on the matter of emancipation and the societal roles of African Americans.
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Learning Objectives
- Gain insight into the different responsibilities and encounters of African-American soldiers in the Civil War.
- Scrutinize the evolution in Lincoln's approach and governance on the matter of emancipation and the societal roles of African Americans.