Asked by Merima Endris on May 30, 2024

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Which of the following statements about the Freedmen's Bureau is LEAST accurate?

A) It provided rations to freedpeople while ignoring the plight of white refugees.
B) It oversaw dozens of hospitals and contributed millions of dollars to providing health care for former slaves.
C) It was the first large-scale federal welfare program in the United States.
D) It supervised labor relations between ex-slaves and their employers.

Freedmen's Bureau

An agency established by the U.S. government in 1865 to aid freed slaves during the Reconstruction era by providing food, housing, education, and legal support.

Federal Welfare

Government programs designed to aid the well-being of the population, including financial assistance, healthcare, and social services, aimed at supporting those in poverty or need.

  • Appreciate the significance of the Freedmen’s Bureau and other initiatives aimed at supporting African American communities.
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Joanna HedstromMay 31, 2024
Final Answer :
A
Explanation :
The Freedmen's Bureau did not ignore the plight of white refugees; it provided assistance to all destitute individuals in the South, including white refugees, making statement A the least accurate.