After civil war the slaves that were released needed jobs so they worked as share copers by keeping up the fields for the owner and they would either be paid or get a certain amount of the crop.
To defend its nation against threats from an aggressor nation
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devote (time, effort, or oneself) to a particular task or purpose.
devote (something) to a particular subject or purpose.
cite (a book or other artistic work) as being issued or performed in someone's honor.
these are the three definitions of the word 'dedicate'. I hope this helps you :)
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