After the Civil War, churches played a significant role in helping African American society. They served as community centers, providing not only spiritual support but also educational opportunities, social services, and a sense of community and empowerment for newly freed African Americans. While sharecropping, land grants, and schools for women also contributed to the post-war landscape, churches were particularly instrumental in fostering social cohesion and cultural identity during this critical period.
Which institution most helped African American society after the Civil War?
sharecropping
churches
land grants
schools for women
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