RECONSTRUCTION 1865 1877
RECONSTRUCTIONS EFFECTS ON AFRICAN AMERICANS
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Settlers heading west came into conflict with Native America tribes.
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Innovations such as the sewing machine increase labor demands.
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The agricultural development of western lands increased.
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Western cities emerged to accommodate arriving pioneers
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Detailed explanation-1: -Which of the following statements accurately reflects the reason for the growth of the labor unions in the late 1800s? American workers wanted better working conditions and higher wages.
Detailed explanation-2: -Which of the following statements accurately describe the events surrounding the Pullman strike of 1894? President Cleveland sent in federal troops effectively to end the strike and resume rail commerce, thereby using federal power to support the interests of Big Business.
Detailed explanation-3: -The Haymarket Riot was viewed a setback for the organized labor movement in America, which was fighting for such rights as the eight-hour workday. At the same time, the men convicted in connection with the riot were viewed by many in the labor movement as martyrs.
Detailed explanation-4: -The Federal government’s response included The Homestead Act and the construction of the transcontinental railroad.