Reasons for the expansion of US industry and commerce after the Civil War

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Lesson Snapshot:

  • Six Main Factors for Economic Growth after the US Civil War
  • Post US Civil War there were a number of reasons why suddenly American businesses could flourish and grow
  • The Federal Government needed to stimulate economic growth in the US as the country had experienced severe hardship during the war and needed to regain its financial footing in the world
  • After the Civil War most major business leaders believed in laissez-faire (what will be will be) capitalism with no government intervention
  • Post US Civil War the structure of businesses in the USA changed which encouraged industrial growth
  • Mass Marketing
  • The Development of Transport Helped Businesses

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  • Aimed at Students studying across AS/A2 Level or equivalent
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