In 1863, Abraham Lincoln passed both Emancipation Proclamations in Congress which saw the abolition of slavery. Many would refer to Lincoln as the "Great Emancipator"" because of his role in the passing of such a profound bill and it is a common belief by many that Lincoln had always been in favor of the abolition of slavery right from the beginning. ... Lincoln was not the only factor which lead to the Emancipation Proclamation being passed. ... However based on the actions taken by those in Congress, in contrast to those of Lincoln, it appears that Lincoln's role as a emancipator is les...

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