The Hayes Administration refers to the presidency of Rutherford B. Hayes, who served as the 19th President of the United States from 1877 to 1881. His administration followed the contentious Reconstruction Era, which aimed to rebuild the South and integrate formerly enslaved people into society after the Civil War. Hayes is known for his efforts to promote civil service reform and to end military Reconstruction in the South. During his presidency, Hayes focused on restoring trust in the government after the scandals of previous administrations. He advocated for the Compromise of 1877, which effectively ended Reconstruction by withdrawing federal troops from Southern states. His administration also emphasized economic recovery and the promotion of education, particularly for African Americans, as part of a broader effort to heal the nation.