Question

How did the number of factories in the North affect the start of the Civil War?

Answer 1

It gave the north a military advantage

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Answer 2

The army of the North was far better equipped at the start and during the war because of its stronger industrial base. The North had many more factories than the South. This allowed the North to keep its army well supplied at the start of the Civil War and during its duration.