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The Mississippi River is used as a mode of transportation to ship goods and therefore promote commerce in the states along it. It is also a tourist attraction.
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Why is the Mississippi river so important?
In addition to draining the water from several million square miles that would otherwise flood, the Mississippi and its tributaries are major routes for shipping (on barges) through the Midwest to and from the Gulf of Mexico. Grain (especially) and manufactured goods are shipped on the river almost exclusively for reloading in New Orleans and further transport throughout the world.
Did the Battle of Vicksburg help the south?
No, losing control of the Mississippi River was the most major strategic loss of the war.
How did Bernado De Galvez help the patriots win the fight against the british?
When the Revolutionary War began, Bernardo de Galvez was the governor of Louisiana, a Spanish colony at the time. His contribution to American success was preventing the British from utilizing the Mississippi River.
How does the Mississippi River affect Louisiana?
The Mississippi River plays a crucial role in Louisiana's economy, ecology, and culture. It serves as a vital transportation route for shipping goods, particularly agricultural products, and supports the fishing industry. Additionally, the river's delta creates rich wetlands that provide habitats for diverse wildlife and help protect against coastal erosion. However, the river also poses challenges, such as flooding and sediment management, impacting local communities and infrastructure.
How did gold trade help empiressuch as Ghana and Rome develop?
Gold trade did not help the Roman Empire to develop.
What Jacques Marquette abd Louis Joliet went looking for the Mississippi River they hoped the river would help thim find?
the mississippi and arkansas river
Who claimed the territory of Mississippi for France?
Jacques Marquette, found and claimed (from the help from the illionois indians) the Mississippi river.
What is the simile for long?
One is: As long as the Mississippi River Hope this is some help to you. :)
Does Mississippi River have a dam built on it?
none There are probably about 29 dams.
What does the Mississippi and Ohio river provide?
they both help provide food water and wood
How did the Egyptians develop a civilization along the Nile River?
With the help of the river, especially because of the water it provided.
Will the rain from tropical storm Issac help the low water level of Mississippi river?
yes
What is a Major french river?
Seine , Loire , Garonne , and Rhone --happy i could help Tayler
How would controlling the Mississippi River help the Union?
Controlling the Mississippi River from Minnesota to the Gulf of Mexico would cut the Confederacy in two. It would prevent the South from using the biggest river in North America. It would allow the North to get supplies to and from Northern states that would take too long to get using the Great Lakes, and the Erie Canal in New York, from Buffalo to Albany, that is frozen in the winter.
Why is the Mississippi river so important?
In addition to draining the water from several million square miles that would otherwise flood, the Mississippi and its tributaries are major routes for shipping (on barges) through the Midwest to and from the Gulf of Mexico. Grain (especially) and manufactured goods are shipped on the river almost exclusively for reloading in New Orleans and further transport throughout the world.
How did the nile river help develop a well-governed civilization?
It helped the Egyptians farm.
How did the victory at Vicksburg help to fulfill the Anaconda Plan?
The victory, followed of that of Port Hudson allowed Union to take the control of the whole Mississippi River.
