In the wake of the Civil War, Black citizens in Tuscumbia, Alabama, voted in a municipal election for the first time. Although this marked a significant step toward political participation during Reconstruction, military officials nullified the election results, citing the need for clarification on new electoral procedures. The incident reflected the broader uncertainty and resistance surrounding Black enfranchisement in the post-war South.
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