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What was the KKK and why it was formed?
The KKK (klu klux klan) is a product of the southern United States. It was formed in 1865 by confederate veterans. Some claim that it was and is a 'social organization'. Generally it is thought of as a terrorist group trying to establish white supremacy. In addition to blacks, the KKK attacks Catholics, Jews and other groups. The KKK were formed to restore white power in the north
Who was the first leader of the k k k?
the 6 confederate soldiers to first form the KKK, are of unknown names.
When the KKK was founded were most of their leaders and members confederate soldiers union soldiers slaves or immigrants to the us?
They were defeated and unemployed Confederates, young men with too little to do - always a menace.
What was the goals of the KKK?
They Where Formed After The Civil War. They Had No Ill Intentions Tward Anyone.[^wrong]The KKK was formed after the Civil War by Confederate Veterans, but their intentions were ill.They wanted to enforce white supremacy and hated African Americans and Republicans.So to answer the question of "What was NOT a goal of the KKK?"They didn't want Immigration or ending segregation.
What were the KKK clamming to be?
ghouts of confederate troops
Why was the KKK formed after the civil war?
The Ku Klux Klan (KKK) was formed in the aftermath of the Civil War as a reaction to the Reconstruction era and the changes it brought, particularly the empowerment of African Americans and the presence of Northern politicians and soldiers in the South. Established in 1865 by former Confederate soldiers in Tennessee, the Klan sought to restore white supremacy and undermine the rights of Black citizens through intimidation, violence, and terrorism. Its activities were aimed at reversing the social and political gains made by African Americans and maintaining the old social order. The KKK's actions contributed to a climate of fear and oppression that would persist for decades.
Was the KKK for the union or confederacy?
Neither - the KKK was founded after the Civil War in 1865, by Confederate veterans.
What flags do the KKK fly?
Mainly the Southern Confederate Flag
What did the union soldiers call the gray uniformed Confederate soldiers?
They called the Confederate soldiers the Rebels or "Rebs"
Were there union and confederate soldiers?
Yes there were. Although the Union outnumbered the Confederate soldiers...
What was the purpose of the Ku Klux Klan in southern states?
As far as I can tell, the KKK was initially founded by former Confederate Soldiers to have a way to hide their identities as they tried to kill anyone who was not white or christian.
When did the KKK begin?
The KKK was formed at the end of the US Civil War in Pulaski, Tennessee.
