USA HISTORY

AMERICAN CIVIL WAR(1861 1865)

THE EMANCIPATION PROCLAMATION

[SOURCES]
Proclamation

(A) To free the slaves

(B) ** to make a public announcement

(C) to get signatures

EXPLANATIONS BELOW

Concept note-1: -A proclamation is a formal way to make a public announcement or declaration. Government officials, such as mayors and state legislators, often issue proclamations to announce upcoming events or celebrations or to increase public awareness of particular issues.

Concept note-2: -Write The Proclamation Statement: Explain what you are proclaiming, based on the above-listed reasons. Start the sentence with “Now, therefore” and be sure to include the author’s name (your names), position (10th grade student), organization (name of high school), location (city and state), and the date.

Concept note-3: -A proclamation is an official announcement that publicly recognizes an initiative or observance. Proclamations are typically signed and issued by federal officials, governors, state legislators, mayors, or other government officials at the local level.

Concept note-4: -Example Sentences the proclamation of martial law The President issued a proclamation which freed the slaves.