Answer:

freemen

Answer	Crossword Clue
FREEMEN	Ex-slaves
FREEMEN	Citizens
FREEMEN	Emancipated slaves

FREEMEN	They were once slaves
FREEMEN	Slaves no more
FREEMEN	Citizens.
FREEMEN	Persons enjoying liberty.
FREEMEN	Citizens of the U. S.
FREEMEN	Beneficiaries of the Bill of Rights.
FREEMEN	Beneficiaries of civil liberties.
FREEMEN	Some citizens.

FREEMEN	Enjoyers of civil liberties.