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Which technological breakthrough led to an increased demand for slaves in the US during the early- to mid-1800s?
The technological breakthrough that led to an increased demand for slaves in the early to mid 1800's was the cotton gin. Since the gin quickly and easily separated the cotton fibers from the seeds, plantation owners were able to increase their rate ofproduction which resulted in greater demand for slaves to work in the fields.
During the 1700s the textile industry became one of the first to use steam-powered machinery. This technological innovation increased production and led to?
This technology led to greater profits and a demand for more workers.
What impact did the cotton gin have on slavery?
By making it inexpensive to process cotton, it increased the demand for cotton, which increased the demand for slaves to grow cotton.
How did tobacco farming change settlements at Jamestown?
It increased the demand for labor.~apex
Why was there high demand for slave labor in the Carolina's?
growing rice required much labor,so the demand for slaves increased.
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