Union League
The Freedmen's Bureau
Union league
During Reconstruction, political corruption was widespread due to the chaotic transition following the Civil War. Southern states were under military rule and faced economic hardships, leading to opportunistic behavior by politicians. Many officials engaged in bribery, fraud, and manipulation to maintain power and influence during this turbulent period.
They put together events for political causes.
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Andrew Johnson
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The KKK
Union Leagues