Radical Republicans' Reconstruction Plans

After the Civil War, three prominent plans emerged for the Reconstruction of the South, each with its own vision for the future of the Southern states and their relationship with the Union. Among these plans were the contrasting approaches of President Abraham Lincoln, who favored a lenient approach, and the Radical Republicans, who called for stricter measures. The debate centered around whether to punish the South for their rebellion or to encourage reconciliation and integration. Choose the plan that most accurately aligns with a key feature specific to the Radical Republicans' vision for Reconstruction.