How did free black slaves respond to the outbreak the war?

Free Black slaves responded to the outbreak of the Civil War with a mix of hope and determination. Many saw the conflict as an opportunity to fight for their own freedom and the emancipation of enslaved individuals. They organized to support the Union, enlisting in the military and providing labor and resources. Others took to activism, advocating for their rights and the abolition of slavery, believing that the war could lead to lasting change.