Question

what effects did the emancipation proclimation have on the united states

Answer 1

The Emancipation Proclamation was issued on 23 September 1862 by President Lincoln following the Battle of Antietam. In brief, it stated that as if 1 January 1863, all slaves under Confederate control were freed.

Answer 2

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Emancipation_Proclamation

Answer 3

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Answer 4

just adding to yours