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Freed slaves served in the American Revolution, The War of 1812 and the Civil War. The First South Carolina Volunteer Infantry Regiment was the first Union regiment formed with freed slaves in the Civil War.
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Why is the emancipation and the general order 143 are important today?
They have allowed African Americans to join the military.
Which document allowed Union officers to recruit African American soldiers in the South during the Civil War?
The document that allowed Union officers to recruit African American soldiers in the South during the Civil War was the Emancipation Proclamation, issued by President Abraham Lincoln on January 1, 1863. This proclamation declared the freedom of slaves in the Confederate states and encouraged African Americans to join the Union Army. As a result, thousands of African Americans enlisted, significantly contributing to the Union's military efforts.
What was significant about the American victory at Saratoga in 1777?
It convinced the French to recognize American independence and provide military aid.
Do you have to be an American to join the US Navy?
No. Contact the nearest US embassy or consulate or US military base, they will be able to help you.
What was one recruiting method used by American colonists to enlist more slaves into the Revolutionary army in the war against the British?
The American Revolutionary War provided slaves with an incentive to join the fight against the British. American slaveholders were provided with incentives to allow their slaves the opportunity to become soldiers in the War, and to eventually gain their freedom. In the New York colony, 500 acres of land were offered to any slaveholder who allowed each slave to enlist for 3 years in the Colonial Army. For the most part, these slaves became freed men as part of their own compensation for fighting the British. The British also courted Black men into their ranks.
What reasons did the military have to free the slaves?
shortage of soldiersduring the American civil war both sides were short of soldiers so slaves were given the chance to join up and be given there freedom if they were willing to fight
Should a minor child be allowed to join the military?
A minor can only join the military with the permission of their parents and must be at least 17. An 18 year old can join the military on their own.
Can a American join the Russian military?
Yes he\she can
How many women are allowed in the military?
As many that are qualified and want to join.
Can an American join the German military?
No but they can be contracted as an adviser.
What military positions were available to women once they were allowed to join the military?
When women were allowed to join the military, they were placed on the battlefield as nurses, just as they had been during the Civil War era. The U.S. Military also created branches such as the WAC, or Womens Air Corp. Women performed flying duties around the American borders so that more men were available on the front. There's women were known as WASPs.
Is HIV allowed in the military?
Yes and No. If you are trying to join the military with hiv you cant. However, if you contract it while on active duty, you are allowed to stay in as long as you dont develop AIDS.
Were not allowed to join the American Federation of Labor.?
only skilled workers
If you have had trouble with the law before can you still join the military?
Yes, but it all depends on the severity of the crime you commit, felons aren't allowed in, and there is possibility to get a waiver to let you join the military as well.
Can you join the military if you have had cancer in the past?
If you are free of the cancer for more then 5+ years, you are allowed to enlist.
Why is the emancipation and the general order 143 are important today?
They have allowed African Americans to join the military.
I graduated from the Seaborne Military Academy in 2006 with a GED. Why can't I join the military?
You can. Each service has a different percentage they are allowed to recruit with GEDs and they give GED applicants a hard time, but you can join with a GED.
