Political issues Flashcards
1
Q
What was the period after 1865-1877 called?
A
the reconstruction period
2
Q
When did Abraham Lincoln start planning for the reconstruction of the south?
A
during the civil war as Union soldiers occupied huge areas of the south
3
Q
What did Abraham Lincoln offer in December 1863?
A
his plan for reconstruction which required that the states new constitutions prohibit slavery
4
Q
What did congress propose in jan 1865?
A
an amendment to the constitution which would abolish slavery in the US
5
Q
What happened on dec the 18th 1865?
A
Congress ratified the 13th amendment which abolished slavery
6
Q
when did civil war end?
A
april 9th 1865
7
Q
when was Abraham Lincoln assassinated?
A
a week after civil war ended
