The whom did the nobles give some of their lands?
To Vassals
Answer:
The Emancipation Proclamation changed the meaning and purpose of the Civil War. The war was no longer just about preserving the Union— it was also about freeing the slaves. Foreign powers such as Britain and France lost their enthusiasm for supporting the Confederacy.
Explanation:
A nickname for Americans are "Yankee's", and in some parts "doughboys". I hope this helps!

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