Uncategorized Emancipation Posted by Elizabeth Beeli on January 2, 2026 11 states in the confederate. 9 million people total. A third, 3.5 million, slaves. Emancipated, Jan 1st, 1963. “all persons held as slaves” within the rebellious states “are, and henceforward shall be free.” Share this: Share on X (Opens in new window) X Share on Facebook (Opens in new window) Facebook Like Loading...