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Causing the Civil War. Historically, textbooks have taught that incompatibility between northern and southern economies caused the Civil War. The industrial revolution in the North, during the first few decades of the 19th century, brought about a machine age economy that relied on wage laborers, not slaves.
What were the true reasons behind the Civil War? Discussion in 'New Recruits Meet & Greet Area' started by Caleb McK, Sep 10, 2015. I am confused about why the Civil War occurred. Some people say slavery was the only reason it happened. Others say it was only a minor role, and other things were what really caused it to happen.