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74: Reconstruction (Part 2): The Presidency of Ulysses S. Grant

History That Doesn't Suck

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Grant's Legacy and Civil Rights

This chapter explores Ulysses S. Grant's presidency, focusing on the ratification of the 15th Amendment and his efforts to promote civil rights amidst violent opposition. It also examines changing state-federal dynamics, the inclusion of marginalized groups in government, and the corruption scandals that shadowed his administration.

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