This course will explore the period known as Reconstruction, which took place from the end of the Civil War in 1865 through 1877. We will analyze the many changes made to the U.S. Constitution and how these changes created a “new” founding. We will look at why these changes failed and how newly freed slaves were denied their civil and political rights at the end of the period.
Note: Unlike the rest of our catalog, this class is held in one-hour sessions. Please note that the May 4 session has been cancelled. The April 27 session will be two hours in length to provide the course material in-full.
Suggested Reading: The Second Founding, Eric Foner, W.W. Norton & Company.
Note: Unlike the rest of our catalog, this class is held in one-hour sessions. Please note that the May 4 session has been cancelled. The April 27 session will be two hours in length to provide the course material in-full.
Suggested Reading: The Second Founding, Eric Foner, W.W. Norton & Company.