The War 1863 E.Q. Did the Emancipation Proclamation free slaves? P.T. Who issued the Emancipation Proclamation?
Emancipation Proclamation Issued September 22, 1862 Written by Abe Lincoln After the Battle of Sharpsburg Did not go into effect until January 1, 1863 Did not free any slaves in the North Tried to free slaves in a foreign country where he had no right
Emancipation Proclamation (Cont.) Trying to use a military measure Wanted to cause a slave up-rising Could keep slaves if returned to Union before January 1, 1863
What is Happening up North Draft Riots in New York City Lasted from July 13 –17, 1863 Union troops fired into mob Estimated casualties were over 1,000 civilians
What is Happening up North (cont.) Large number of blacks were killed by the rioters The War was considered a rich man’s war and a poor man’s fight Also had riots in Boston and Milwaukee
Georgia Supplies the CSA Farmers switch from growing cotton to food supplies Industry provides military equipment Gunpowder Rifles Cannons Sabers Clothes
Georgia Supplies the CSA (cont.) Manufacturing Centers Atlanta Roswell Columbus Augusta Macon Savannah Private Homes
Railroads in Georgia Atlanta is a vital supply line for troops Over 1400 miles of railroad, the best in the Deep South Called the “Heart of the Confederacy” due to this Great Locomotive Chase April 1862
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