The Confederate states began discussing the addition of African Americans as soldiers fairly early in the war. However, a law allowing their use was not approved until 1865. What was the main reason that the Confederates delayed this action for so long? A.
They did not have enough weapons to arm African American regiments.

B.
They did not have enough officers willing to lead African American troops.

C.
They feared that arming African Americans would lead to widespread revolts.

D.
They feared that African Americans would defect to the enemy forces.