Also known as the Bill of rights established in 1689. This lays down the power of Monarchs and set out the rights of parliament including free elections an freedom of speech.
It sets out certain rights of individuals including the prohibition of cruel and unusual punishment and reestablished the right of protestants to have arms for their defence within the rule of law.
The homestead act encouraged settlement in the west, including the great plains. it promised 160 acres of land if settlers built a home and improved the property within 5 years. this caused an influx in migration to the great plains
The Radical Republicans believed blacks were entitled to the same political rights and opportunities as whites. They also believed that the Confederate leaders should be punished for their roles in the Civil War.
