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The south's economy was based somewhat on cotton as well. But their request for help with cotton and the war from Britain was declined.

The Southern economy collapsed. Its money was worthless. The blockade closed off trade. Sherman's March destroyed what little industry there was, and the transportation system to get food, clothing, and ammunition to the army. His army ate or destroyed the crops that the mothers, wives, and sisters of the soldiers had planted. By the end, a Barter Economy was all that was left, for what little was left to trade.

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i can tell you what they grow i also have to know this for a project in my class. i only found that they manufactured cotton cloth, shoes, and woolen clothing. hope someone else finds more cross fingers and good luck

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