The Reconstruction Acts of 1867
American Imperialism Activity
Define
The Reconstruction acts of 1867 were passed to unite the union and to rebuild the South and help African Americans get a good start on their new lives.
Detail
- Cause: After the US civil war, these acts were passed to provide a more efficient government to the rebel states. This was to ensure that the rights of free slaves in the south were included in their constitutions.
- Characteristic: Although the military conflict had ended, Reconstruction was in many ways still a war.
- Significance: These acts are a major part of how life is today, and the unity that we have.