The Post-Civil War Era, also known as the Reconstruction Era, took place from 1865 to 1877 in the United States. This period followed the end of the American Civil War and focused on rebuilding the nation, particularly the Southern states. The government aimed to integrate formerly enslaved people into society, granting them rights through amendments like the 13th, 14th, and 15th Amendments, which abolished slavery, granted citizenship, and protected voting rights. However, the era was marked by significant challenges, including resistance from Southern whites and the rise of groups like the Ku Klux Klan. Many African Americans faced discrimination and violence, undermining their newfound rights. Ultimately, Reconstruction ended with the Compromise of 1877, leading to the