1. America and the Civil War
In 1860, the South was still predominantly agricultural, highly dependent of exports to a world market. ... Although both economies started as mostly agricultural, the North, unlike the South, began developing industry and commerce. ... Only about 40 percent of the Northern population was still engaged in agriculture by 1860, as compared to 84 percent of the South.... The Anti-Federalists spoke primarily for agricultural interests and values. ...
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