60-Second Civics: Episode 5071, The Emancipation Proclamation

60-Second Civics Podcast

English - February 14, 2024 08:00 - 1 minute - ★★★★ - 75 ratings
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On September 22, 1862, President Abraham Lincoln publicly announced his Preliminary Emancipation Proclamation. It warned the Confederate rebels that unless they rejoined the Union, a final proclamation would free all slaves within the seceded states. Listen to learn more!

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