Question

Why did Lincoln wait until after the Union victory at the Battle of Antietam to announce the Emancipation Proclamation?

A.He wanted the Union to be in a position of strength.*****

B.He thought the South would be more receptive to the Proclamation at that time.

C.He wanted to catch the Confederacy off guard.

D.He thought the North would support his decision after the victory.
My answer is A am i right?

Answer 1

The main reason why Lincoln waited to announce the emancipation proclamation was because he didn't want to make the Union seem weak, and as if it were desperate. That's why he waited until after a solid Union victory.

Yes its A.
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Answer 2

THANKS SOOOOOO MUCH!!!

Answer 3

No Problem. :3

Answer 4

I like A.

Answer 5

[AI-generated answer — Explain Bot]

Yes, you are right. Lincoln waited until after the Union victory at the Battle of Antietam to announce the Emancipation Proclamation because he wanted the Union to be in a position of strength. By waiting for a significant military victory, Lincoln believed that the proclamation would carry more weight and have a greater chance of success. The Battle of Antietam, fought on September 17, 1862, was the first major Union victory in the American Civil War. By announcing the Emancipation Proclamation after this victory, Lincoln could demonstrate that the Union was gaining momentum and could use the proclamation as a means to weaken the Confederacy's economy and morale.