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Why did Britain support the Southern states during the Civil War?
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∙ 14y ago
Because the slavery there provided them huge profits
Kaia Paucek
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∙ 14y agoBritain did not supprt the Southern states during the Civil War. The south thought that since they supplied about 75% of Britains cotton supply that Britain would be forced to help them but Britain decided they would not support North or South and stay neutral!
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∙ 9y agoEngland had been involved in the cotton imports for years, and thought that would bring them into their fold. England created a cheaper and better product in Egypt.
The South expected British help because Britain benefited greatly from the cotton trade with the South. The American Civil War was fought from 1861 to 1865.
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During the cold war era that followed World War II, what was Turkey's foreign policy?
pro-western in support of the United States and Great Britain
What did the Southern states name their country during the US Civil War?
The Confederate States of America.
Which of the following would support secession of the southern states fron the union?
John C. Breckenridge
What new country was proclaimed by the states that seceded from the Union?
The union of Southern states during the US Civil War was named "The Confederate States of America".
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United States
Which candidate did most southern states support?
In the presidential election of 1860 eleven of Southern States supported John Cabell Breckenridge, the former Vice President during Buchanan Administration.
Who banned us trade with Britain and France?
No one did. The northern states tried to blockade the southern states during the US civil war . No one banned trade.
Why did the southern states prefer to buy manufactured goods from Britain rather than from the Northern here at home?
Due to the fact that the Southern states produced cotton, Britain became their trading partner. Also, the Southern states looked upon the Northern states as their enemy and chose not to deal with them.
Why did the nations of Europe tend to favor the south?
Are you referring to the Southern US? This is untrue. European nations favored the Northern states more because they were more urbanized, developed, and abolished slavery. However, during the Civil War, European countries refused to get involved, despite the Southern US's attempt to Great Britain for support.
What deal helped to win support Alexander Hamilton's debt plan from southern states?
what deal helped to win the support for alexander hamilton's debt plan from southern states
Did Southern States request help from Great Britain in the Civil War?
Southern states did seek help from Great Britain during the Civil War. They hoped that Britain, which had significant economic ties to the South, would recognize the Confederate government and provide military assistance. However, the British government ultimately decided to remain neutral, as they risked their relationship with the Union.
Did the south support tariff?
NO the southern states did not like the tariffs.
During the cold war era that followed World War II, what was Turkey's foreign policy?
pro-western in support of the United States and Great Britain
Who would support the secession of the Southern states from the Union?
Jefferson Davis
How long did the southern states secede?
The Southern States seceded from 1860-1865, during the course of the Civil War.
Where did most of Britain's cotton come from?
Most of Britain's cotton came from its colonies in India and later from the southern United States during the Industrial Revolution. The demand for cotton textiles and the expansion of the cotton industry in Britain drove the need for a steady supply of raw cotton.
Facts about the southern region?
The southern region of the United States was known as Dixie during the American Civil War. The southern region includes 16 states and the weather is typically warm and humid during the summer.
