Northerners who moved to the South after the Civil War were known as "carpetbaggers." This term was often used pejoratively to describe these individuals, who were perceived as exploiting the South's post-war turmoil for personal gain, often seeking economic opportunities or political power. Many carpetbaggers were involved in Reconstruction efforts, but they faced significant hostility from local Southerners.
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