The man who proposed reparations in the 1860s
The Gray Area with Sean Illing
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Reassessing Thaddeus Stevens: Architect of Reconstruction
This chapter delves into the historical context of the Reconstruction Acts, focusing on Thaddeus Stevens and his radical advocacy for military intervention to protect African American civil rights. It contrasts contemporary perceptions of Stevens with historical criticisms, revealing the complexities of his legacy amid the challenges posed by white supremacy and violence in post-Civil War America.
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