Freedman's Bureau Historical Overview

The video discusses the Freedman's Bureau, established in 1865 to aid newly freed African Americans. Led by General Oliver Otis Howard, it faced significant challenges, including opposition from white Southerners and underfunding. Despite these obstacles, the Bureau made notable achievements in education, healthcare, and legalizing marriages. It was dismantled in 1872, but its legacy influenced future civil rights legislation and movements. The video concludes by highlighting the Bureau's role in the early federal involvement in social welfare and civil rights.

When was the Freedman's Bureau established?

• January 1, 1865

• March 3, 1865

• July 4, 1865

• April 9, 1865

Who was appointed as the commissioner of the Freedman's Bureau?

• General Ulysses S. Grant

• General Oliver Otis Howard

• President Andrew Johnson

• General Robert E. Lee

What was one of the main challenges faced by the Freedman's Bureau?

• Overfunding and excessive resources

• Lack of support from the federal government

• Opposition from white Southerners and President Andrew Johnson

• Insufficient number of African American staff

How many agents did the Freedman's Bureau have at its peak?

• 2000

• 1500

• 900

• 500

Which of the following was NOT a service provided by the Freedman's Bureau?

• Feeding millions of African Americans

• Building hospitals

• Negotiating labor contracts

• Providing military training

Which university was NOT established with the help of the Freedman's Bureau?

• Harvard University

• Hampton University

• Fisk University

• Howard University

In what year was the Freedman's Bureau officially dismantled?

• 1872

• 1865

• 1890

• 1880

What was a significant long-term impact of the Freedman's Bureau?

• Immediate desegregation of the South

• Foundation for future civil rights legislation

• Complete eradication of racial discrimination

• Permanent federal presence in the South

Which act is NOT associated with the legacy of the Freedman's Bureau?

• Voting Rights Act of 1965

• Civil Rights Movement of 1954 to 1968

• Emancipation Proclamation

• Civil Rights Act of 1964

What did the Freedman's Bureau help awaken in African Americans?

• Principles of equality

• Desire for independence

• Need for economic stability

• Interest in politics