AP US History

study guides for every class

that actually explain what's on your next test

King Cotton

from class:

AP US History

Definition

King Cotton refers to the economic dominance and significance of cotton as the primary cash crop in the South during the Early Republic period.

ยฉ 2024 Fiveable Inc. All rights reserved.
APยฎ and SATยฎ are trademarks registered by the College Board, which is not affiliated with, and does not endorse this website.