The Reconstruction era successes
1) Passing of the 14th and 15th amendments: The 14th amendment made it so that anyone born on American soil is automatically an American citizen. This amendment was aimed at helping former slaves, as they would now have the same protections/rights as white citizens. The 15th amendment made it illegal to stop someone from voting based on their race. This made it so that African-American men could vote in elections.
2) Creation of the Freedmen's Bureau- This federal organization helped former slaves with employment opportunities and other forms of assistance. This allowed for an easier transition into American society.
Failures of the Reconstruction era:
1) Failure to stop hate groups- The Ku Klux Klan was formed right during the era of Reconstruction. This group terrorized African-American citizens through the use of violence and threats.