On January 1, 1863, President Abraham Lincoln issued the Emancipation Proclamation, a critical turning point in the Civil War. This episode examines the context of the war, Lincoln’s motivations, and the Proclamation’s immediate impact on the Confederacy and enslaved people. We also discuss its role in reshaping the war’s purpose and paving the way for the 13th Amendment.

Learn how this significant decision changed the course of American history and what lessons it offers for addressing challenges today.

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