Why was it so important for Lincoln to implement Martial Law?

A.) To prevent the seceded states from coming back into the Union.

B.) This allowed him to make provisions to the US Constitution regarding the seceded states.

C.) He did not want to risk losing Maryland to secession.

D.) None of the above

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Ari James

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18 March, 03:23

Why was it so important for Lincoln to implement Martial Law?

A.) To prevent the seceded states from coming back into the Union.

B.) This allowed him to make provisions to the US Constitution regarding the seceded states.

C.) He did not want to risk losing Maryland to secession.

D.) None of the above

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The answer is A!

Evidence: President Lincoln used the authority granted him under the Act on September 15, 1863, to suspend habeas corpus throughout the Union in any case involving prisoners of war, spies, traitors, or any member of the military.

Why was it so important for Lincoln to implement Martial Law?A.) To prevent the seceded states from coming back into the Union.B.) This allowed him to make provisions to the US Constitution regarding the seceded states.C.) He did not want to risk losing Maryland to secession.D.) None of the above