Why did Hannah Johnson write to President Lincoln?

to make sure African Americans are treated fairly

to thank him for the Emancipation Proclamation

to convince him to let African Americans fight in the war

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Hannah Johnson wrote to President Lincoln primarily to advocate for the participation of African Americans in the Civil War. She aimed to convince him to allow African Americans to fight in the war, as their involvement was seen as crucial for both the Union's success and the broader fight for freedom and equality.