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QuizMultiple Choice

Emancipation

Question 11 • GA-GSE Grade 8 Georgia Studies

Because of the poor conditions and war crimes at Andersonville Prison,

Answer
A
Commander Henry Wirz was tried, convicted, and given life in prison.
B
Congress was petitioned to create laws to protect prisoners of war.
C
Commander Henry Wirz had to improve conditions at Andersonville.
D
Congress quickly passed a law requiring the oversight of US prisons.
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