Foner, Eric

Presents an analysis of the Reconstruction era, looking at how Americans on both sides of the Civil War dealt with the changes caused by the conflict and the end of slavery in the years between 1863 and 1877.

In conjunction with a ten-year exhibit at the Chicago Historical Society, beginning January 1990.

Discusses the life of Abraham Lincoln and his personal and political journey to the abolition of slavery and the recognition of former slaves as American citizens.

Chronicles the history of the Reconstruction that took place in the South in the years after the Civil War and discusses how society was affected by the rebuilding.