Congressional Reconstruction
/ˌkɒŋɡrɛʃəˈnɛrɪ rɪˈkʌnstrʌkʃən/
Definitions
- (n.) The period (1867–1877) during which the U.S. Congress took control of Reconstruction policies in the South after the Civil War, overriding Presidential approaches to enforce civil rights and reorganize state governments.
Congressional Reconstruction led to significant changes in southern state constitutions and civil rights protections.
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- congressional reconstruction
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Commentary
This term specifically refers to the congressional-led phase of Reconstruction distinct from earlier Presidential efforts; precise usage helps clarify shifts in policy authority during this era.
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