Following the Civil War, African Americans in the South:
- Gained access to education through basic-literacy schools. This was a significant development as it provided African Americans with the opportunity to learn to read and write, which was crucial for their empowerment and advancement in society.
- Felt betrayed by ratification of the Fifteenth Amendment. While the Fifteenth Amendment granted African American men the right to vote, they still faced significant challenges such as voter suppression, intimidation, and discrimination, which made it difficult for them to fully exercise this right.
- Were denied membership in the Farmers' Alliance. The Farmers' Alliance was a movement that aimed to address the economic challenges faced by farmers, but it often excluded African Americans from its membership, leading to continued marginalization and discrimination in economic opportunities.
Overall, the post-Civil War period was marked by both progress and continued struggles for African Americans in the South, as they navigated a changing society while facing significant obstacles to their full inclusion and equality.
