In 1862, Congress passed a law that stated
African Americans had to join the military to gain their freedom.
African Americans could enlist in the military.
freed African Americans had to serve in the military.
African Americans could not enlist in the military.

The correct answer is B. African Americans could enlist in the military.

Explanation:

In 1862 the Congress of the United States approved a law that allowed African Americans to enlist in the military. This law was known as the Militia Act of 1862 and was one of the first steps towards equality as before this African Americans could not enlist in the military or did not receive any payment. Despite this, payment was still different for African Americans participating in the war and many other laws were necessary to reach equality in this field. According to this, the law passed in 1862 stated "African Americans could enlist in the military".

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