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Unit 5 – Civil War and Reconstruction, 1848–1877
Topic 5.9
What was an unintended consequence of government railroad subsidies during the Civil War era?
They caused drastic deflation due to excess railroad production capacity.
They set precedents for later land disputes between settlers and railroad companies.
They spurred rapid advancements in steam engine technology.
They led directly to widespread adoption of standardized time zones across America.
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AP US History - 5.9 Government Policies during the Civil War
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