Abraham Lincoln's The Great Emancipator

In January 1st, 1863, the famous Emancipation Proclamation – an official document that seeks to end slavery, was issued by Abraham Lincoln - the 16th President of the United States. Lincoln has been well-known for his effort and decision towards ending slavery back in the 19th century. With persistence characteristic, he navigated simultaneously to maintain national unity, resolve the civil war, while also freeing the slaves. He was re-elected president in 1964. The following year, the Federal House of Representatives enacted the 13th Amendment, abolishing slavery in every state (Biography.com). Later on, his Emancipation Proclamation politically earned him the title “The Great Emancipator.” Many folks believe Lincoln deserved to be bestowed upon the title, while others reject this belief. Abraham Lincoln’s work in governing the country is greatly appreciated, however, his influence, intention, as well as efficiency in resolving slavery matter should be …show more content…
Lincoln may reinforce the laws to abolish slavery, but his intention was not for the black people, nor promoting equal ethics. It is believed that Lincoln did not see black folks as of equal status as his own or the white race community at the time. Furthermore, he was found to be creating the Proclamation for the sake of dominating resources and war matter. The Proclamation itself gave very little impact for white men to treat black folks as their equal; there were still slaves who suffered at the time. Slavery issues did not really reinforce until the passing of 13th Amendment, whose works thanks to its proposers and the Congress. Lincoln should not take all the credits by earning the title “The Great Emancipator” which other profound leaders should