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The Emancipation Proclamation: Abraham Lincoln's Declaration That Helped Bring About the End of Slavery
The article "The Emancipation Proclamation: Abraham Lincoln's Declaration That Helped Bring About the End of Slavery" from BBC's HistoryExtra is about how President Lincoln's 1863 order declared freedom for enslaved people in the Confederacy. Although it didn’t free everyone at once, it shifted the Civil War’s focus to ending slavery and led to the 13th Amendment, which abolished slavery throughout the United States.
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Juneteenth: The Day Freedom Reached Everyone
The article "Juneteenth: The Day Freedom Reached Everyone" from BBC's HistoryExtra tells us about Juneteenth, the longest-running African-American holiday.
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Abraham Lincoln: From Log Cabin to Legendary Leader
The article "Abraham Lincoln: From Log Cabin to Legendary Leader" from BBC's HistoryExtra takes a look at the life, leadership, and legacy of America’s 16th president. From his humble frontier beginnings to guiding the country through a civil war and abolishing slavery, the article explores Lincoln’s personal struggles, political battles, and enduring impact on U.S. history.