Freedmen's Bureau

The Freedmen's Bureau was established in 1865, during the Reconstruction era, to assist newly freed African Americans after the Civil War. This federal agency provided food, housing, education, and medical care to help former slaves transition to freedom.

The Bureau aimed to promote equality and support the integration of freedmen into society, offering legal assistance and advocating for their rights. Despite its efforts, the Freedmen's Bureau faced numerous challenges, including resistance from Southern whites who opposed the changes brought about by the war.