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Upholding the Rule of Law Amidst Adversity
The post-Civil War period was a test case to determine if the rights of an unpopular minority would be protected by the law, despite moral considerations. Unfortunately, this test was failed during this era. Nonetheless, Amos Ackerman, a former Confederate soldier and Attorney General under Ulysses S. Grant, stands out as a positive role model who, from 1870 to 1871, effectively dismantled the Ku Klux Klan in parts of the South. Ackerman's actions exemplify a commitment to the rule of law and the principles outlined in the 13th, 14th, and 15th Amendments, making him a beacon of positive change during a challenging period.