Historical Address and Activity: Andrew Johnson’s Veto of the Civil Rights Act, 1866

Johnson's Presidency (1865 to mid-1867 before impeachment)

Historical Address and Activity: Andrew Johnson’s Veto of the Civil Rights Act, 1866

1866

Historical Address & Activity

The Bill of Rights Institute presents a teaching activity, written by an unknown author, that engages students in exploring key historical events, such as President Andrew Johnson's veto of the Civil Rights Act. Components include: discussion questions, vocabulary, and primary sources.

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