Though the Civil War is often examined using the simple binaries of North vs. South, Union vs. Confederacy, or blue vs. gray, it did not happen in a vacuum hidden from the eyes of the world. In fact, the war took place within the context of a period marked by nationalist struggles and global imperialism. As such, many countries were either directly or peripherally involved in ways that affected the geopolitical landscape during and after the war. Imagine that you're writing a paper on the international dimensions of the Civil War. First, select the correct response that corresponds to the description on each note card. Then, determine the thesis statement that most accurately represents this topic.
Upon issuance of the Emancipation Proclamation, public opinion in this country coalesced behind the Union.
A. Germany.
B. Mexico.
C. Britain.