Which influential abolitionist called for African Americans to fight in the Civil War?

Frederick Douglass urged African Americans to enlist and fight for the Union during the Civil War, arguing that military service would help secure freedom and citizenship. Abraham Lincoln was president, while Booker T. Washington lived after the Civil War and Joseph Cinqué was known for the Amistad revolt. The correct choice is Frederick Douglass.

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