What large-scale event was the cotton gin invented after?
World War I
War of 1812
American Civil War
American Revolution
Answer
The cotton gin, invented in 1793 by Eli Whitney, revolutionized the cotton industry and had a profound impact on American society and economy. It came after the American Revolution, which ended in 1783, and played a significant role in shaping the antebellum South.
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