The 35th Congress of the United States convened from December 1867 to March 1869. It was notable for its role during the Reconstruction era following the American Civil War. The Congress was primarily focused on addressing issues related to the integration of the Southern states back into the Union and the rights of newly freed African Americans. During this session, significant legislation was passed, including the Reconstruction Acts, which laid out the process for Southern states to rejoin the Union. The 15th Amendment, granting African American men the right to vote, was also proposed during this Congress, reflecting the ongoing struggle for civil rights in America.