Its text explains key terms surrounding the Civil War, the importance of slavery to the war effort on both sides, Lincoln's efforts to regain the support of the rebellious states, the role of African American soldiers in the civil war, and America's place in the world wide progression to end slavery. ... Even over a year into the war, the North did not make abolishing slavery a key objective. ... According to this view, the governments of the Southern states had temporarily been taken over by rebels, and the key role of Reconstruction was to return loyal officials to power. ... With ...

• Word Count: 1740
• Approx Pages: 7
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• Grade Level: High School

The period that occurs after the Civil War is known as the Reconstruction. During this period of time many people suffered in the south. There was a great amount of property damage done to farms, factories, and railroads. Many other foundations were destroyed that citizens depended upon to kee...

• Word Count: 1876
• Approx Pages: 8
• Grade Level: High School