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It marked a shift in the focus of the Civil War towards ending slavery from "summary" of Team of Rivals by Doris Kearns Goodwin
The Emancipation Proclamation was an unprecedented move by President Lincoln. It declared that all slaves in Confederate territory would be forever free. While the proclamation did not immediately free any slaves, it was a significant symbolic gesture. It signaled a shift in the focus of the Civil War towards ending slavery. The proclamation was a strategic decision by Lincoln. He understood that the Civil War was not just about preserving the Union, but also about the institution of slavery. By framing the war as a fight for emancipation, Lincoln was able to rally support for the Union cause. The proclamation also had international implications. It made it more difficult for European powers to support the Confederacy, as they would be seen as supporting sl...
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