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The Cotton Gin
Oct 29 2024
Length: 4 mins
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The Cotton Gin

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This episode explores the pivotal role of the cotton gin, invented by Eli Whitney in 1793, in transforming the economic landscape of the Southern United States. While it revolutionized cotton production and boosted the economy, it also intensified the reliance on slavery, setting the stage for the Civil War. The discussion highlights the complex relationship between technological advancements and social change.

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