The Reconstruction Period: After The Civil War

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The Reconstruction period was from 1865 to 1877 after the Civil War, which ended in the year of 1865. The purpose of the Reconstruction Era was to increase the number of slaves to freedom. However, the trial of James Byrd proves the problems caused by slavery and the Civil War was not fixed. The KKK members believe that just because they are white that they are above all other races. Therefore, three guys that believe in white supremacy dragged James Byrd across the cement as he was tied up to their car. James Byrd’s trial was after his death in 1998. Also, these three men were involved in his murder. Furthermore, two ended up being sentenced to death and one was sentenced to prison. The problems of the Reconstruction are still not fixed ‘till

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