What did the freedmen request in their "Petition of Committee in Behalf of the Freedmen to Andrew Johnson" in 1865?
A. the right to vote
B. the right to purchase a homestead
C. an opportunity to attend college
D. help reuniting their family members that had been sold
Answer (2)
The freedmen petitioned President Andrew Johnson in 1865 for various rights, including the right to vote, the right to purchase homesteads, the opportunity to attend college, and help in reuniting families. These requests aimed to facilitate their transition from slavery to freedom. Overall, the petition highlighted the aspirations of freed African Americans during a crucial period in U.S. history.
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The freedmen's petition to Andrew Johnson in 1865 included requests for the right to vote, the right to purchase homesteads, opportunities for education, and assistance in reuniting with family members. These requests were aimed at helping freedmen transition into society after the Civil War. Their pursuit of rights reflected the broader struggle for equality and justice for African Americans during that era. ;
