How Did The New South Affect Society

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After the civil war, the South economy was at it worst. However, the South was trying to improve their economy and society, which is called the New South. Therefore, the people in South the tried to emphasize the benefits that the South will get after the war. However, to a small extent, the southern industrialist attempts to create a "New South" altered the South's economy and society because there was only on industrial center that was established. The center only benefited the people for a short term and eventually failed. The center provides opportunities for the poor whites families that were searching for new job opportunities.

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