The post-Reconstruction South was a difficult place for freed African-

The post-Reconstruction South was a difficult place for freed African-Americans to enter into society as new citizens. A caravan of 300 freed African-Americans known as “Exodusters” left Kentucky and settled in Nicodemus, Kansas.

This town became one of the earliest African-American towns and speaks to the opportunity for diversity found in the West. Despite issues of conflict between ranchers and farmers over fencing, grass rights, and land ownership there was space to start a life built on hard work and with a minimum of social stigma. What issues compelled the “Exodusters” to travel west? What challenges might they have faced similar to others who relocated and what challenges were unique to them?

ANSWER
Answer: An ideal answer will:
a. Discuss why the “Exodusters” chose Kansas to relocate.
b. Identify the issues that were similar to other settlers who went west.
c. Discuss the benefits of leaving the South to go west.
d. Discuss whether the “Exodusters” would be able to find the same employment opportunities as white settlers.
e. Describe what characteristics Charles Johnson and the other “Exodusters” had as they relocated.
f. Provide a concise and effective conclusion.