CSPAN3 Robert Levine The Failed Promise November 10, 2022
Confederate surrender at appomattox and the assassination of president abraham lincoln. In this period of uncertainty, americans wondered how the new president , Andrew Johnson, would lead the divided nation. Many, especially African Americans, were hopeful that johnson would actively promote the cause of black equality. Black leaders, however, became disillusioned with johnson after a dramatic meeting with the president at the white house. Frederik Johnson Johnsons conflict with congress over reconstruction eventually led to his impeachment. Within the records of the National Archives is the ...