The 13th Amendment Explained: The Constitution for Dummies

The video discusses the 13th Amendment, its historical context, and its significance in abolishing slavery. It covers the political challenges faced by Lincoln, the legislative process, and the eventual ratification of the amendment. The video also touches on the broader implications of the amendment, including the Reconstruction era and the rise of Jim Crow laws.

What were the processes involved in passing the 13th Amendment?

What role did Andrew Johnson play in the ratification of the 13th Amendment?

What was the outcome of the 13th Amendment's ratification in December 1865?