The Louisiana Constitutional Convention of 1867 convened at the Mechanics Institute in New Orleans, with a groundbreaking delegation of forty-nine Black and forty-nine white delegates. This was one of the most racially balanced political gatherings of the Reconstruction era. The convention aimed to rewrite Louisiana’s state constitution to guarantee civil rights for African Americans, including voting rights, public education, and equal protection under the law.
This effort marked a significant moment in U.S. history, showcasing early strides toward racial equality in governance during Reconstruction.
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