The American Civil War And Reconstruction: 1862-1869 - The Civil Rights Act (1866)

The video discusses President Johnson's declining support and the passage of the First Reconstruction Act of 1867, which divided the South into military districts to enforce new voting rights for Black people. Southern resistance to these changes was strong, leading to the Tenure of Office Act and Johnson's impeachment. The video also covers the election of Ulysses S. Grant and the passage of the 15th Amendment, which granted African-Americans the right to vote, marking a significant transformation in American society.

What challenges did the Southern states face during the Reconstruction period?

Discuss the impact of the 13th, 14th, and 15th Amendments on African Americans after the Civil War.