USA HISTORY

Which example best shows the contribution of African American troops during the Civil War?

(A) the First Battle of Bull Run

(B) the Second Battle of Bull Run

(C) the Battle at Chancellorsville

(D) ** the Battle at Fort Wagner

Concept note-1: -Which example best shows the contribution of African American troops during the Civil War? permitted African Americans to enlist in the military.

Concept note-2: -During the Civil War, black troops were often assigned tough, dirty jobs like digging trenches. Black regiments were commonly issued inferior equipment and were sometimes given inadequate medical treatment in racially segregated hospitals. African-American troops were paid less than white soldiers.

Concept note-3: -The 54th’s assault on Fort Wagner became the first time the all-Black unit fought alongside White troops. In addition, the 54th received the honor of leading the charge. Any regiment approaching the fort would certainly face heavy casualties.

Concept note-4: -By 1860, Douglass was well known for his efforts to end slavery and his skill at public speaking. During the Civil War, Douglass was a consultant to President Abraham Lincoln and helped convince him that slaves should serve in the Union forces and that the abolition of slavery should be a goal of the war.

Concept note-5: -Answer: the african americans fought as soldiers for th union effort in special divisions and they fought well knowing what they were fighting for!