What Were the causes of the collapse of reconstruction?

The collapse of Reconstruction was primarily due to a combination of political, social, and economic factors. The withdrawal of federal troops from the South in 1877, following the Compromise of 1877, allowed white supremacist groups to regain power and implement Jim Crow laws, effectively disenfranchising African Americans. Additionally, economic challenges, such as the Panic of 1873, shifted national focus away from Reconstruction efforts. Increasingly, Northern interest waned, leading to a lack of support for the rights of freed slaves and ultimately resulting in the abandonment of Reconstruction policies.