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What was Selma known for during the antebellum years?

  • Gold Mining

  • King Cotton

  • Coal Mining

  • Silk Production

Answer

During the antebellum years, Selma was a trading center and market town for King Cotton in the South. It played a significant role in the economy of the region.
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