in 1861, both the union and confederate armies accepted only white males. which groups were excluded from…

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
Answer
Brief Explanations:
In 1861, both Union and Confederate armies had a policy of accepting only white males as soldiers. African - American men and women, as well as white women, were excluded due to racial and gender biases of the time. White men from border states were not generally excluded from joining either army.
Answer:
A. African American men B. African American women D. white women born in the border states