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Book

The Emancipation Proclamation : asking tough questions

Call Number

  • J 973.714 YOMT (CEN, OSH)

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Publication Information

North Mankato, Minnesota : Capstone Press, an imprint of Capstone, [2021]

Physical Description

48 pages : color illustrations ; 24 cm.

Audience

Grades 4-6 Capstone Press.

Summary

"What was the Emancipation Proclamation and why was it important? How did it affect the Southern states' ability to fight in the Civil War? How did the proclamation change the lives of black slaves in the South? When President Abraham Lincoln created the Emancipation Proclamation in 1862, it had far-reaching effects on the course of the Civil War and U.S. history. Using an inquiry-based approach, primary sources, and quick-reference infographics, readers will discover how the Emancipation Proclamation helped end slavery and led to historic changes in the United States and in the lives of all U.S. citizens"--

Contents

  • Did the Emancipation Proclamation keep its promise?
  • How did slavery lead to the Civil War?
  • How did President Lincoln decide to issue the Proclamation?
  • What did the Proclamation achieve?
  • What did the Proclomation fail to do?
  • What is the Proclamation's legacy?

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