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During the antebellum period, which of the following had the greatest impact on the growth and importance of the Port of Orleans?

the development and success of the railroads
the use of steamboats to transport goods across the Gulf of Mexico
the port’s location at the mouth of the Mississippi River
the lack of large Northern shipping ports

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Answer:

The port's location at the mouth of the Mississippi River

Step-by-step explanation:

The port of New Orleans was:

  • An important location for the Northern and international traders

  • Was second busiest port during the antebellum period. behind New York city

  • There was a strong marker for crops and manufactured goods

This is correct promise :3

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