Reconstruction Economy

Who was the U.S.A. trading with during this time period?

We were trading with Europe and the South.

What were the main imports and exports in the U.S.A. during this time?

The main imports and exports were gold, silver, cotton and oil from the continental railroad.

Describe the economic growth of the U.S.A. during this time period?

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• Lots of government help.
• Andrew Jackson became president
• The financial system was broken.
• English traders went bankrupt

Sources

• An uncertain Economy 1820-1860
• Reconstruction Summary & Analysis www.shmoop.com
• U.S.A. Embassy.com