Bourbon Triumvirate and New South Era

The video focuses on the New South era in Georgia's history, specifically the Bourbon Triumvirate's influence. This group, consisting of Joseph E Brown, Alfred Colquitt, and John B Gordon, aimed to industrialize the South, lower taxes, and restore Democratic power. They utilized the convict lease system to support economic growth but faced criticism for poor public services and working conditions. The video highlights both the successes and failures of their policies.

What time period does the New South era in Georgia cover?

• 1918-1945

• 1865-1877

• 1877-1918

• 1945-1965

Who were the members of the Bourbon Triumvirate?

• Ulysses S. Grant, William T. Sherman, George Meade

• Robert E. Lee, Stonewall Jackson, Jefferson Davis

• Andrew Johnson, Rutherford B. Hayes, James Garfield

• Joseph E. Brown, Alfred Colquitt, John B. Gordon

Which of the following was NOT a member of the Bourbon Triumvirate?

• John B. Gordon

• Joseph E. Brown

• Robert E. Lee

• Alfred Colquitt

What was one of the main goals of the Bourbon Triumvirate?

• To industrialize the South

• To increase taxes for better public services

• To abolish the convict lease system

• To promote racial equality

Which industry did the Bourbon Triumvirate focus on developing?

• Railroads and mining

• Agriculture

• Textiles

• Technology

What was the impact of lowering taxes by the Bourbon Triumvirate?

• No change in government services

• Improved public education

• Decreased government services

• Increased government services

What was the Bourbon Triumvirate's stance on racial issues?

• They advocated for civil rights

• They were neutral on racial issues

• They believed in white supremacy

• They supported racial equality

What was the convict lease system?

• A policy to provide convicts with voting rights

• A method to reduce prison overcrowding by early release

• A program to rehabilitate prisoners through education

• A system where convicts were leased to businesses for labor

What was a significant failure of the Bourbon Triumvirate?

• Improving public education

• Reducing state war debts

• Expanding businesses and industries

• Lowering state taxes

What was one of the successes of the Bourbon Triumvirate?

• Reforming prisons

• Improving the lives of the poor

• Enhancing public education

• Reducing state war debts