Briefly explain ONE historical perspective expressed by the artist about the changes from the period 1869-1877 to the period 1877-1881.

"The Solid South" is seen struggling under the "Carpet Bag and Bayonet Rule" of the "Strong" United States government, led by President Ulysses S. Grant, who is seen riding among bayonets with an escort of two federal soldiers.

The illustration shows a destroyed and occupied South.