Lincoln was far slower to move on Emancipation than many of his allies urged—including political power couple Jessie Benton Frémont and John C. Frémont. In 1861, the Frémonts made a bold attempt to force the President's hand and hasten Emancipation.
Jessie Frémont petitions Lincoln for Emancipation
Jessie Frémont petitions Lincoln for…
Jessie Frémont petitions Lincoln for Emancipation
Lincoln was far slower to move on Emancipation than many of his allies urged—including political power couple Jessie Benton Frémont and John C. Frémont. In 1861, the Frémonts made a bold attempt to force the President's hand and hasten Emancipation.