The Emancipation Proclamation

1863-01-01

The Emancipation Proclamation was a pivotal moment in the fight against slavery in the United States.

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Abraham Lincoln

President of the United States

Abraham Lincoln served as the 16th President of the United States during a tumultuous time in American history, including the Civil War. He issued the Emancipation Proclamation on January 1, 1863, declaring all slaves in Confederate-held territory to be free.

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Frederick Douglass

Abolitionist and Writer

Frederick Douglass was a prominent African American abolitionist, writer, and orator. He tirelessly advocated for the abolition of slavery and was a strong supporter of President Lincoln's efforts, including the Emancipation Proclamation.

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Harriet Tubman

Abolitionist and Underground Railroad Conductor

Harriet Tubman was a fearless abolitionist who helped lead enslaved people to freedom through the Underground Railroad. She was a staunch supporter of the Emancipation Proclamation and continued her efforts to fight against slavery.

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