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Chapter Introduction

The Reconstruction Era (1865–1877)

Chapter 11: The Reconstruction EraThis chapter explores the challenges of rebuilding the South

after the physical and economic devastation of the Civil War. It details the first plans for Reconstruction in 1865 and relates

how Reconstruction was later shaped by Radical Republicans. Lastly the chapter explains why Reconstruction ended and what

that end meant for African Americans living in the South.

Section 1: Rival Plans for Reconstruction

Section 2: Reconstruction in the South

Section 3: The End of Reconstruction

Critique the lasting consequences which arose from the struggles over

Reconstruction.

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Chapter Introduction

The Reconstruction Era (1865–1877)

Explain why a plan was needed for Reconstruction of the South.

Compare the Reconstruction plans of Lincoln, Johnson, and Congress.

Discuss Johnson’s political difficulties and impeachment.

12.1 Rival Plans for Reconstruction

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The Reconstruction Era (1865–1877)

Explain how Republicans gained control of southern state governments.

Discuss how freedmen adjusted to freedom and the South’s new economic system.

Summarize efforts to limit African Americans’ rights and the federal government’s response.

12.2 Reconstruction in the South

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Explain why Reconstruction ended.

Evaluate the successes and failures of Reconstruction.

12.3 The End of Reconstruction