16 avr. 1865 - Johnson Presidency
Description:
-Johnson came from a common background-lacked in Lincoln's moral sense and political judgement
-loyal to the Union during the Civil War
-ran as Lincoln's VP in 1864 to promote unity
-Democrat
-disagreements with Republicans and contradictory actions wreaked havoc
-talked against southern planters but allied himself with ex-Confederate leaders
Ajouté au bande de temps:
Date:
16 avr. 1865
Maintenaint
~ Il y a 160 ans