Reconstruction Flashcards
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What was the goal of the Black Codes?
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To keep the African Americans down and to have a stable work force
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What bill did Lincoln Pocket- Veto?
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Wade-Davis Bill
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What was the States Suicide Plan?
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Charles Sumner’s idea. If a state left the Union then Congress takes over the state, abolishes slavery, and educate and give rights to the blacks
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What was the Conquered Territory Theory?
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Your state is treated as a conquered territory and will be treated in any way that the conquerers want. By Thaddeus Stevens
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Exparte Milligan
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Court case that said civilians could not be tried in a military court
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Q
On what terms do they impeach President Johnson on?
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Tenure of Office Act
