Why do historians like Eric Foner emphasize the long-term significance of the Civil War Amendments (Reconstruction Amendments) ?

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Taylor Mckenzie

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14 March, 08:59

Why do historians like Eric Foner emphasize the long-term significance of the Civil War Amendments (Reconstruction Amendments) ?

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Annie Michael · Answer 1

One reason why historians like Eric Foner emphasize the long-term significance of the Civil War Amendments (Reconstruction Amendments) is because they paved the way for the entire Civil Rights movement in the US--and show the strengths and limitations of the federal government itself.