During a time of war, Lincoln was still able to focus on other issues such as slavery. Step by step he worked towards prohibiting slavery
- Aug 6, 1861- Freed slaves being used by Confederates
- April 16, 1862- Bans Slavery in the District of Columbia
- June 19, 1862- Bans slavery in the territories
- Sept 22, 1862- Preliminary Emancipation Proclamation
- Jan 1, 1863- Final Emancipation Proclamation
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