The End of Reconstruction - Electoral Politics and the Compromise of 1877

Explore a comprehensive lecture on the political events that led to the end of Reconstruction in the United States. Delve into the off-year Congressional election of 1874 and the pivotal Presidential election of 1876. Examine how the Panic of 1873 and widespread corruption influenced voters to shift support from Republicans to Democrats. Analyze the contested 1876 election, the subsequent "Compromise of 1877," and its impact on restoring "home rule" in the South. Gain insights into the complex interplay of electoral politics, economic factors, and social dynamics that shaped this crucial period in American history.