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In his presidency, Abraham Lincoln assumes the role of reconstructing the Union. Lincoln tries to reunite the Union and the Confederacy, a difficult task due to southern resistance.
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The Civil Rights Act of 1866 set rights that all U.S citizens would be equally protected by law.
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A period post-Civil War that consisted of a weak federal government, no presidential power, and political corruption.
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After western migration and Indian injustices, U.S government gains control of native lands. Tribes are divided by the federal government, giving Indians in-workable lands. Indians trade their bow and arrows for work clothes.
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Mostly due to the false belief that the railroad industry was a success, but to the contrary failed on investment returns.
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Set the stage for the urban city planning. Citizens enjoyed entertainment, sporting events, and even divided amongst classes.
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The giants of wealth during the late 1800's and early 1900's Carnegie, Rockerfeller, and Morgan. Gave birth to jobs, urbanization, migrations, and even some workforce injustices.
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The Niagra Movement paves the road for the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People. An age in which although free, citizens still strived for equality, freedom, and liberties.
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Makes awareness of child labor practices. In 1916, passes the Keating Own Act, which prohibits trade with goods produced by children, but would not outlawed until 1938.
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United States enters the war in 1917. Americans show their patriotism to the country by enlisting in the war, supporting the demands of the troops/war, and even women managing the farm. Although in a national dilemma, Americans show their commitment and unitedness.
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A period post World War I that led to the contrary belief of positive shift for American culture.
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A countries prosperous decade following the war. A decade of industrial and cultural success. Urban citizens accept cultural differences, yet some in more rural areas, continue their old ways.
