A few distinct phases characterized the Reconstruction Era.
After Lincoln's assassination, Johnson, a former Southern Democrat, took on the responsibility of reconstructing the South. His resistance to more stringent Reconstruction measures ultimately led to his impeachment on a technicality, although he was later cleared.
Congressional Reconstruction (after 1866) was Also known as the "Radical Reconstruction Phase" or "Negro Reconstruction." This phase was characterized by the impact of radical groups in Washington and the significant political involvement of black voters in the South.
In the final phase of Redemption (1873–1877), white Southerners, including both conservatives and Democrats, regained control of all Southern states, achieved a victory over the Republicans. In 1877, Republican President Rutherford, H. withdrew federal troops from the South, which eventually resulted in the overthrow of the last three Republican state governments, marking the end of Reconstruction Era.
In the aftermath of the Civil War, freed people aspired to be recognized as full and equal citizens. Their dreams of freedom was multifaceted, enclosing the rights to possess property, move freely, and have liberty and self-determination.
During the Reconstruction Era, the pursuit of freedom by formerly enslaved people was a testament to their resilience and agony. For them, liberty mostly indicated achieving legal recognition as citizens, which included the right to vote, own property, access education, and live without the threat of capture. These rights, crucial in pursuing independence, were assured through the amendments established during that period. This active intent of freedom, involved multiple legal and political changes in the Reconstruction Era.
The root concept of freedom to leave without dictatorial restrictions remains uniform compared to contemporary life. The ongoing struggle for freedom is a pressing and urgent issue in modern society. Today, these battles often cage more vast social and economic challenges, such as forced marriage, forced labor (including child labor), human trafficking, and socioeconomic disparities, which were not fully addressed during the Reconstruction Era.
Works Cited:
Although African Americans initially gained political power during Reconstruction, the actions of the Redeemers and the Supreme Court rulings significantly reduced their ability to participate in the political processes.
Wright, Kianna. “THE ENFORCEMENT ACT OF 1870 (1870-1871).” BlackPast, 2019, www.blackpast.org/african-american-history/the-enforcement-act-of-1870-1870-1871/.
Wormser, Richard. “The Rise and Fall of Jim Crow.” Thirteen PBS, www.thirteen.org/wnet/jimcrow/stories_events_kkk.html.
Foner, Eric. “Why Reconstruction Matters.” The New York Times, 2015, www.nytimes.com/2015/03/29/opinion/sunday/why-reconstruction- matters.html.
After Lincoln's assassination, Johnson, a former Southern Democrat, took on the responsibility of reconstructing the South. His resistance to more stringent Reconstruction measures ultimately led to his impeachment on a technicality, although he was later cleared.
Congressional Reconstruction (after 1866) was Also known as the "Radical Reconstruction Phase" or "Negro Reconstruction." This phase was characterized by the impact of radical groups in Washington and the significant political involvement of black voters in the South.
In the final phase of Redemption (1873–1877), white Southerners, including both conservatives and Democrats, regained control of all Southern states, achieved a victory over the Republicans. In 1877, Republican President Rutherford, H. withdrew federal troops from the South, which eventually resulted in the overthrow of the last three Republican state governments, marking the end of Reconstruction Era.
In the aftermath of the Civil War, freed people aspired to be recognized as full and equal citizens. Their dreams of freedom was multifaceted, enclosing the rights to possess property, move freely, and have liberty and self-determination.
During the Reconstruction Era, the pursuit of freedom by formerly enslaved people was a testament to their resilience and agony. For them, liberty mostly indicated achieving legal recognition as citizens, which included the right to vote, own property, access education, and live without the threat of capture. These rights, crucial in pursuing independence, were assured through the amendments established during that period. This active intent of freedom, involved multiple legal and political changes in the Reconstruction Era.
The root concept of freedom to leave without dictatorial restrictions remains uniform compared to contemporary life. The ongoing struggle for freedom is a pressing and urgent issue in modern society. Today, these battles often cage more vast social and economic challenges, such as forced marriage, forced labor (including child labor), human trafficking, and socioeconomic disparities, which were not fully addressed during the Reconstruction Era.
Works Cited:
Although African Americans initially gained political power during Reconstruction, the actions of the Redeemers and the Supreme Court rulings significantly reduced their ability to participate in the political processes.
Wright, Kianna. “THE ENFORCEMENT ACT OF 1870 (1870-1871).” BlackPast, 2019, www.blackpast.org/african-american-history/the-enforcement-act-of-1870-1870-1871/.
Wormser, Richard. “The Rise and Fall of Jim Crow.” Thirteen PBS, www.thirteen.org/wnet/jimcrow/stories_events_kkk.html.
Foner, Eric. “Why Reconstruction Matters.” The New York Times, 2015, www.nytimes.com/2015/03/29/opinion/sunday/why-reconstruction- matters.html.