In the 1800's, America had two different types of economies. In the north, they created an industrial economy, while the south relied on slaves to do agricultural work. This became a big issue to Americans.
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In the 1800's, America had two different types of economies. In the north, they created an industrial economy, while the south relied on slaves to do agricultural work. This became a big issue to Americans.
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