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How did the Emancipation Proclamation and Militia Act benefit the Union war effort?

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Proclamation broadened the union war effect while the Militia act gave more powers to president and also increased the size of military

Step-by-step explanation:

The union war effect were broadened by the proclamation and also it’s prime goal comprised of eradication of slavery which shall reunite the country in long run. Because of its goal to abolish slavery, Union received support from the Confederacy

The Militia Act on the other hand increased the size of army forces of size as it included the African-Americans into the army. It further enhanced the power of the president as he can now order governors to include citizens into state militias to cater the requirement of manpower

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