Emancipation Proclamation, history homework help

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Read Chapters 13-14 of Give me Liberty! by Eric Foner and the Emancipation Proclamation( Reference only from http://www.archives.gov/exhibits/featured-documents/emancipation-proclamation/). Once all reading is complete, respond to the following items:

In early 1863, President Lincoln issued the Emancipation Proclamation.

  • Why did Lincoln decide to issue the Proclamation at this particular time?
  • What factors determined this decision?
  • What did the President hope to gain?
  • What were the limitations of the Proclamation, and what was its larger historical significance?

You are required to submit an initial posting (200 words minimum, no more than 400 words) that addresses the items above. You are also expected to respond to the posting of at least one other student (100 words minimum). Your response should address why you agree/disagree with their posting.