CSA: Confederate States of America (the movie we watched in class) engaged in what is known as “alternative” history—that is, history that did not happen, but could have occurred had conditions been different. In a 4-5 page paper, I would like you to explore some alternative history, as well. In late 1863, Lincoln proposed a plan for reconstruction of the South—of transforming Southern society without slavery. Based upon your reading, and the lectures in class, how would Lincoln’s implementation of reconstruction differed from what actually occurred? Give specific reasons for these differences based upon Lincoln’s statements.
This final paper is due at the same time as the take-home final exam—December 15, 2009, at 10:15 am.
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