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The economy of the Southern states was heavily reliant on agriculture, particularly cotton, which was labor-intensive and dependent on enslaved African Americans. As the abolitionist movement gained momentum and tensions over slavery intensified, Southern states feared economic collapse if slavery was abolished. The South's commitment to maintaining this economic system led to political conflicts with the North, ultimately resulting in secession and the outbreak of the Civil War. The divergent economic interests and ideologies between the North and South were central to the unrest that precipitated the conflict.
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An era from the end of the civil war to the turn of the 20th century featured what changes in the economy?
economic panics, and a depression.
What effect did John Brown's raid on Harpers Ferry have on the nation?
It was a precursor to the Civil War. Southern slave holders saw that northern abolitionists were willing to resort to violence to end slavery. This in turn caused them to want to secede out of fear.
Why was farming good for the Southern states?
Farming was beneficial for the Southern states due to the region's fertile land and favorable climate, which supported the growth of cash crops like cotton, tobacco, and rice. This agricultural abundance drove economic prosperity and created a reliance on plantation systems, which in turn fueled the demand for enslaved labor. The profits from farming contributed significantly to the South's economy, reinforcing its social and political structures. Additionally, Southern agriculture played a crucial role in domestic and international trade during the 19th century.
What impact did blockade runners have on the south confederacy in the beginning of the war?
The South's whole economy was based off of exporting goods such as cotton to places like Britain and France. When the Union blockaded the South's ports, the Southern economy took a turn for the worst. Sooner or later Robert E. Lee would have to march his troops into the north to steal supplies because the southern government didn't have enough for them.
How did the cotton gin affect slavery I the south?
The cotton gin, invented by Eli Whitney in 1793, significantly increased the efficiency of cotton processing, making it much easier to separate cotton fibers from seeds. This led to a dramatic rise in cotton production in the South, which in turn intensified the demand for slave labor to cultivate and harvest the crop. As cotton became a dominant cash crop, the reliance on slavery deepened, entrenching the institution further in Southern society and economy. Consequently, the cotton gin played a crucial role in the expansion of slavery in the United States leading up to the Civil War.
How was the civil war going for the first 2 years?
The southern (Confederate) states were doing good until the Battle of Gettysburg where there was a big turn around and the north started winning!
An era from the end of the civil war to the turn of the 20th century featured what changes in the economy?
economic panics, and a depression.
What are the differences between technology in Vietnam and the US?
During our US Civil War of 1861-1865, the northern states were industrialized (and were able to produce war material, such as rifles and revolvers (musket & pistols) for the Union Army (US Army), etc.) and the Southern States were less industrialized, and were more of an "Agriculture" based economy (raising cotton, and tobacco, etc.) which is why the South had to "import" their rifles/muskets from Europe (which consequently caused the Union (US Navy) to blockade the South, which in turn created "Blockade Runners", etc.). South Vietnam was an "Agriculture" based economy, while the US is predominately an industrial economy (actually the US is strong in both economies).
What does role business play in our economy?
The role of business is huge with the economy in the United States. A big role is generating jobs and income for citizens who in turn put earnings back into the system.
What effect did John Brown's raid on Harpers Ferry have on the nation?
It was a precursor to the Civil War. Southern slave holders saw that northern abolitionists were willing to resort to violence to end slavery. This in turn caused them to want to secede out of fear.
What were at least three results of the Civil War?
No more slavery, southern states had to pay, lincoln was assassinated
How did Andrew carnegie influence us business and turn the us economy?
His steelworks helped the united states become the world's leading industrial power.
What was the turn out of the American Civil War?
The North won, and that is why they have written all the textbooks. Read one, and if you get the time, read one from a Southern perspective. Don't be a politically correct bigot.
What does the economy do to people?
The economy is reflection of how productive the people are. The better the economy the more investors which in turn create job opportunity.
What are the 27 battleships named after?
With the exception of one ( USS Kearsarge, named after a civil war sloop-of-war, in turn named for a Mountain in New Hampshire) all United States Battleships where named after states.
Is the US economy bad?
The United States economy has gone to crap over the past several years. And its all the guy presidents fault. If we just had one girl president I am sure that they will be able to start to turn the whole United States around. The economy failure is all President Bushes fault. That's all i have to say. (foot note: a lot of people be live that the economy started to go to crap when President bush was in office.)
What were three outcomes of the civil war?
There were multiple outcomes of the US Civil War. Perhaps among the three that can be deemed the most significant and least debatable was the abolition of slavery. The other two significant outcomes of the war are debatable. With that said the second outcome that was significant was the absolute devastation of the South's economy. Even in the year of 1900, economists inform us that in that year, the wealth of the South had reached only 75% of what it was in 1860. That outcome is a surprise to many people. This meant that poverty among the populace was effected in a real negative fashion. The third outcome, it can be argued, was the return of white power that ran many southern states, which in turn led to the "non-existence" of the Republican Party in deep South states.
