When were the first slaves set free during the Civil War? / Knudsen, Shannon

An exploration of slavery in the United States that discusses its importance to the southern states, laws, Abraham Lincoln's "Emancipation Proclamation, " and other related topics. Includes a time line and a writing activity.

A history of President Lincoln's Emancipation Proclamation that resulted in the end of slavery. Discusses how Lincoln's action influenced the Civil War.