Healing a Nation: Lincoln, Johnson, and the Battle for Reconstruction

Dive into the tumultuous era of Reconstruction as we explore President Lincoln's compassionate "Ten Percent Plan" aimed at swiftly reuniting the nation after the Civil War. Discover the fierce resistance from Radical Republicans who demanded harsher terms and civil rights for the newly freed. We’ll analyze the critical passage of the Thirteenth Amendment, which abolished slavery but was overshadowed by Lincoln's tragic assassination. Join us as we unravel Andrew Johnson's controversial presidency and the ensuing political clashes that shaped America's path to recovery.