His 206 week 1 discussion 1 – race, ethnicity, and gender in the 19th

Write: Based on the chapters in your textbook and the required exhibit, answer the following:

• Why was the last half of the 1800s a time of conflict over the meanings of citizenship in relation to race, ethnicity, and gender?
• Explain the challenges faced by your chosen group.
• How did your chosen group work to secure their places in the social and political hierarchy?

Your initial post should be at least 250 words in length. Be sure to mention your chosen group in the subject line of your post. Provide specific examples to support your points. Your references and citations must be formatted according to APA style as outlined by the Ashford Writing Center.