The southern region of the United States which includes states such as Alabama, Georgia, Louisiana, Mississippi, etc.
Related terms
Cotton Belt: Also known as "Black Belt," it refers to the area in the southern United States with fertile soil suitable for growing cotton crops.
Jim Crow Laws: Racial segregation laws enforced in Southern states from late 19th century to mid-20th century.
Civil War: A major conflict fought between Northern (Union) and Southern (Confederate) states from 1861 to 1865 over issues including slavery and state rights.