Emancipation Movement

The Emancipation Movement was a historical effort to end slavery and grant freedom to enslaved people. It gained momentum in the 18th and 19th centuries as moral, economic, and political arguments against slavery grew stronger. Key events include abolitionist activities, legal reforms, and landmark laws like the U.S. Emancipation Proclamation of 1863, which declared enslaved people in Confederate states free. Overall, the movement aimed to promote human rights by ending the oppressive system of slavery and ensuring equality and freedom for all individuals.