Abraham Lincoln actually said...

And I further declare and make known that such persons of suitable condition will be received into the armed service of the United States to garrison forts, positions, stations, and other places and to man vessels of all sorts in said service.

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Proclamation 95—Regarding the Status of Slaves in States Engaged in Rebellion Against the United States [Emancipation...

12/31/1862

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