Discussion Post: Reconstruction and the Compromise of 1877
For the initial post, craft a response comparing the three Reconstruction plans:
1) Proclamation of Amnesty and Reconstruction (10% Plan) - Lincoln
2) Andrew Johnson's Reconstruction Plan
3) Congressional Reconstruction Plan (Congress)
Then, address one of the following for your selections:
1) Analyze if the South should have been treated as a defeated nation or as rebellious states.
2) Explain how the American culture and society changed in the North versus the South during Reconstruction.
3) Analyze the impact of the Compromise of 1877 that ended Reconstruction on African-Americans.
The response should include a reference list. Double-space, using Times New Roman 12 pnt font, one-inch margins, and APA style of writing and citations.