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ANEK [815]
3 years ago
12

Identify and describe the importance of one major piece of Reconstruction legislation.

History
1 answer:
kotegsom [21]3 years ago
5 0

I would also add the revenge aspect of Reconstruction legislation.  Many Northerners wanted to punish the South before allowing them back into the Union.  There was quite a bit of debate/arguing over the ease vs. difficulty states should face in being restored their place in the U.S.

The amendments became a part of the punishment, but also the oaths taken by former soldiers would play a part in that as well, as well as legal action taken against political leaders, allowing former politicians back into office, etc.

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