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What were Northern politicians who arose to power during reconstruction called?
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∙ 14y ago
I think carpetbaggers... Im not sure though
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What were the terms for the politicians in the South during Reconstruction?
Yankee politicians and Republicans were called "carpetbaggers", for the soft fabric luggage that was then in style. Southerners who collaborated were called "scalawags".
Who were the people during the reconstruction?
The people during the Reconstruction were the Northerners, Southerners, and politicians. Abraham Lincoln was one of the presidents that wanted the North & South to put aside their differences.
Who supervised the south during reconstruction?
Northern Soldiers.
Who was the Northern politician in south south during reconstruction?
Carpetbagger
What term describes a northern who held a political position in the south during reconstruction?
carpetbagger
During reconstruction why did African American politicians try to work together despite their?
they wanted to show people they were strong and united :) apex
What level of government did most African American politicians hold office during reconstruction?
they felt pressure into working together
During Reconstruction why did African politicians try to work together despite their differences?
they wanted to show people they were strong and united :) apex
During Reconstruction why did African American politicians try to work together despite their differences'?
they wanted to show people they were strong and united :) apex
What name did the southerners give to northern republicans who moved to the south during reconstruction?
Carpetbaggers
What best describes black participation in politics during the reconstruction?
In most states, Black politicians were visible and important, but rarely dominant
Why did politicians in the North loose interest in Southern Reconstruction after 1877?
They had made all the personal money they could during the reconstruction travesty of the south. They had no further need to live here since they didn't speak the language and had terrible manners.
