Question

why were generals benjamin butler, david hunter, and john c. frémont frequently condemned by president lincoln? select the best answer from the choices provided. a. they were often defeated by confederate forces when they engaged in battle. b. they used excessive force to put down civilian uprisings in new york city. c. they often violated the presidents orders on the treatment of enslaved african americans. d. all answers are correct.

Explanation:

Generals Benjamin Butler, David Hunter, and John C. Frémont often took actions regarding enslaved African - Americans that violated Lincoln's orders during the Civil - War era. Lincoln was more cautious in his approach to slavery and military actions related to it, and their more radical stances on the treatment of enslaved people went against his directives.

Answer:

C. They often violated the president's orders on the treatment of enslaved African Americans.