The Compromise of 1877: Presidential Election Drama
The Compromise of 1877 was a pivotal moment in American history that led to the end of Reconstruction. Learn about the controversial election of 1876, the formation of a commission to settle disputes, and the impact of the compromise on African American rights. Discover how Rutherford B. Hayes became President and the conditions agreed upon that reshaped the political landscape of the South.
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www.Apushreview.com APUSH Review: The Compromise of 1877 Everything You Need To Know About The Compromise of 1877To Succeed In APUSH
Background Info Election of 1876: Samuel Tilden (Democrat from NY) Rutherford B. Hayes (Republican from Ohio) Samuel Tilden received more popular votes To receive an electoral majority, one needed 185 electoral votes Tilden 184 Hayes - 165 However, 3 states had disputed election returns: FL, LA, SC 20 electoral votes were up for grabs VS.
The Commission A commission is set up to settle the electoral dispute 8 Republicans, 7 Democrats On March 2, 1877 (2 days before the inauguration) all 20 votes were awarded to Hayes Hayes wins 185 - 184
The Compromise.. In return for Hayes becoming President, the following conditions were met: 1. All remaining federal troops were withdrawn from the South (Reconstruction ENDS!!!!!) As a result, African American rights decrease drastically The Great Betrayal 2. Hayes would appoint a southerner to his cabinet David McKendree TN, Postmaster General 3. The South would receive $ for a railroad
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