The Compromise of 1877 Explained: US History Review

The video discusses the Compromise of 1877, also known as The Great Betrayal, which resolved the disputed 1876 presidential election. It led to the end of Reconstruction and the withdrawal of federal troops from the South, resulting in the loss of rights for African-Americans. The video covers the political context, the candidates, the electoral dispute, and the consequences of the Compromise, highlighting its impact on American history.

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