The Compromise of 1877: End of Reconstruction and Its Impact

The 1876 presidential election was pivotal, with Tilden nearly winning but losing due to electoral disputes. The Compromise of 1877 resolved this by making Hayes president in exchange for withdrawing Union troops from the South, leaving Black Americans vulnerable. This led to increased voter suppression and violence against Black people. The Reconstruction Era ended, but the fight for civil rights continued, as noted by WEB Dubois.

What were the consequences of the end of the Reconstruction Era for civil rights in the South?

How did WEB Dubois characterize the status of black Americans after the Reconstruction Era?