How Slavery Became the Economic Engine

Slavery was the dominating reality of all Southern life. The effects of slavery in the south can clearly be seen politically and economically. Cotton was the cash crop of the south and the government was white. This means that slavery was not going to disappear without a major event in the South that changed everything. In America during that time, a slave was a Piece of property just as our laptops, cars and houses are. This means that they can be bought, traded and loaned just as all of those things are today. The economy in the south at this time was bleeding because not enough cotton could be picked to make a decent profit.
This is because it took a slave a whole day to pick out all of the seeds from a piece of cotton. At this rate slavery was becoming outdated because they were no longer as useful as they had been due to the economy. If this trend continued slaves would eventually become free simply because of the economy. Coincidently a black man named Eli Whitney invented the cotton gin. This was a machine that separated the seeds from the cotton much faster and safer than any slave could. You might think that this would decrease the needs for slaves because of the efficiency; however this only increased the demands for them due to the rise in cotton demand.
This trend continued until cotton was the main export of the south, even over tobacco and sugar. To a slave owner “Cotton was King”, the gin was his throne, and the black bondsmen were his henchmen. ” (Bailey, 361) Southern families were starting to experience their rise, just as the north had with industrialization. Just as the north, the south wasn’t satisfied with what they had, they wanted more. Such is human nature. This caused farmers to buy more land, buy more slaves to cultivated the land and receive a better profit. This cycle continued and eventually doubled the slave population of 1820.

The south was all about slavery, this did not exclude their politics. The Kansas-Nebraska act was a prime example of this. This is the act that divided the Kansas territory into Nebraska and Kansas. The issue of whether or not they were slave states was quickly brought up by southern politicians. It was proposed by Douglas that it be decided by popular sovereignty. This went against the Missouri Compromise, and would effectively nullify it. This enraged Northern politicians and activist alike. It was eventually pushed through and was passed. This led to bleeding Kansas, a time when slavery was debated so much that it led to much bloodshed.
This is only one example of the south’s obsession with slavery. Economically the slaves of the south built the southern economy, without them the south would be nothing. This is what led the south to push so hard for slavery and eventually secede from the union and fight the civil war. The main aspect of life in the south was slavery, this was the way the south rose to power and its obsession with it would be the downfall of their power. Without slavery, the south was broken. This paper was completely written by Thomas Christopher DeWaters For APUSH on 1/8/12

Calculate the price
Make an order in advance and get the best price
Pages (550 words)
$0.00
*Price with a welcome 15% discount applied.
Pro tip: If you want to save more money and pay the lowest price, you need to set a more extended deadline.
We know how difficult it is to be a student these days. That's why our prices are one of the most affordable on the market, and there are no hidden fees.

Instead, we offer bonuses, discounts, and free services to make your experience outstanding.
How it works
Receive a 100% original paper that will pass Turnitin from a top essay writing service
step 1
Upload your instructions
Fill out the order form and provide paper details. You can even attach screenshots or add additional instructions later. If something is not clear or missing, the writer will contact you for clarification.
Pro service tips
How to get the most out of your experience with MyhomeworkGeeks
One writer throughout the entire course
If you like the writer, you can hire them again. Just copy & paste their ID on the order form ("Preferred Writer's ID" field). This way, your vocabulary will be uniform, and the writer will be aware of your needs.
The same paper from different writers
You can order essay or any other work from two different writers to choose the best one or give another version to a friend. This can be done through the add-on "Same paper from another writer."
Copy of sources used by the writer
Our college essay writers work with ScienceDirect and other databases. They can send you articles or materials used in PDF or through screenshots. Just tick the "Copy of sources" field on the order form.
Testimonials
See why 20k+ students have chosen us as their sole writing assistance provider
Check out the latest reviews and opinions submitted by real customers worldwide and make an informed decision.
BUSINESS LAW
excellent job made a 93
Customer 452773, March 22nd, 2023
Leadership Studies
excellent job
Customer 452773, July 28th, 2023
Sociology
THANK YOUUUUU
Customer 452591, March 18th, 2021
Social Work and Human Services
Although it took 2 revisions I am satisfied but I did receive it late because of that.
Customer 452603, March 25th, 2021
LEADERSHIP
excellent job
Customer 452773, August 12th, 2023
Nursing
I just need some minor alterations. Thanks.
Customer 452547, February 10th, 2021
Business and administrative studies
Thank you
Customer 452773, March 19th, 2023
ACC543MANAGERIALACCOUNTINGANDLEGALASPECTS
excellent
Customer 452773, January 25th, 2024
ACC/543: Managerial Accounting & Legal Aspects Of Business
EXCELLENT JOB
Customer 452773, January 10th, 2024
Business Studies
Thank you very much for a good job done and a quick turn around time.
Customer 452615, March 31st, 2021
Philosophy
Thank you
Customer 452811, February 17th, 2024
Human Resources Management (HRM)
excellent work
Customer 452773, July 3rd, 2023
11,595
Customer reviews in total
96%
Current satisfaction rate
3 pages
Average paper length
37%
Customers referred by a friend
OUR GIFT TO YOU
15% OFF your first order
Use a coupon FIRST15 and enjoy expert help with any task at the most affordable price.
Claim my 15% OFF Order in Chat
Close

Sometimes it is hard to do all the work on your own

Let us help you get a good grade on your paper. Get professional help and free up your time for more important courses. Let us handle your;

  • Dissertations and Thesis
  • Essays
  • All Assignments

  • Research papers
  • Terms Papers
  • Online Classes
Live ChatWhatsApp