How did African Americans respond as the civil war began in 1861

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Andrea Hurley

29 June, 01:04

How did African Americans respond as the civil war began in 1861

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Harper Braun · Answer 1

The African Americans wanted to fight for the North during the Civil War. The first regiments formed with African Americans fought at the Battle of Port Hudson under General Banks who praised them on their courage against the enemy.