Name and explain the Civil War amendments.Discuss the role the amendments have played in the efforts to expand or redefine civil rights and liberties over the last few decades.

Civil War Amendments

are amendments to the U.S. Constitution (13th, 14th, and 15th amendments) that were adopted after the Civil War, focusing on abolishing slavery, defining citizenship, and ensuring voting rights.

Role

The function or position that an individual or entity is expected to perform within a specific context or system.

Civil Rights

The rights of individuals to receive equal treatment (and to be free from unfair treatment or discrimination) in a number of settings.