Question

in 1861, both the union and confederate armies accepted only white males. which groups were excluded from joining either army? select all that apply.
african american men
african american women
white men born in the border states
white women born in the border states

Explanation:

In 1861, both the Union and Confederate armies restricted enlistment to white males. This meant any group that was not white male was excluded. African American men and women were not white, and white women were not male, so they were barred. White men from border states were still white males, so they were not excluded.

Answer:

A. African American men
B. African American women
D. white women born in the border states