How did the government try to help free slaves?

The government implemented various measures to aid freed slaves, especially during and after the Civil War. The Freedmen's Bureau was established in 1865 to provide assistance with education, healthcare, and employment for formerly enslaved people. Additionally, the government passed the 13th Amendment, which abolished slavery, and later the 14th and 15th Amendments aimed to secure citizenship and voting rights for African Americans. Despite these efforts, systemic challenges and resistance persisted, limiting the effectiveness of these initiatives.