LAD #16- Emancipation Proclamation

The Emancipation Proclamation begins with the promise to all slaves that as of January 1st, 1863, all slaves in the US, along with those in rebelling states, shall be free. Lincoln goes on to reassure the slaves that they will be represented in Congress and then continues on to list the names of the rebelling states in which this new law would take effect. Through the Emancipation Proclamation, Lincoln encourages all the current slaves to act with peacefullness, yet if nececasry, they should fight for their freedom. He concludes by stating that the army of the nation will protect the freed slaves, yet once again emphasizes the importance of the avoidance of violance.