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January 1, 1863

Emancipation Proclamation takes effect

Lincoln’s proclamation transforms the war by making emancipation a central Union war aim.

Canonical milestoneUnited States1 timeline

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TimelineTimeline of the American Civil War

Position 11

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Encyclopaedia BritannicaConfidence 97%

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