Why was the Friedman's Bureau established?

The Freedmen's Bureau was established in 1865 by the U.S. government to assist formerly enslaved individuals and impoverished whites in the South following the Civil War. Its primary goals were to provide food, housing, medical care, education, and legal support, helping these populations transition to freedom and rebuild their lives. The Bureau aimed to promote civil rights and facilitate the integration of freedmen into society, although it faced significant opposition and challenges during its operation.