The Civil War: an Analysis through the Lens of Environmental and Economic Tensions
Words: 935 1312The American Civil War, spanning from 1861 to 1865, is often remembered for its battlefields and political upheaval. However, to truly understand this conflict, one must explore the environmental and economic underpinnings that contributed to this catastrophic division. By examining the natural resources, agricultural practices, and economic structures of the time, we can gain a unique perspective on the deep-seated causes of the war. The Southern states' economy was deeply rooted in agriculture, particularly the cultivation of cotton. The fertile […]