Because of the discovery of gold in San Francisco in 1848, many people began moving west to search for wealth and fame. The United States was discovering many things underground...gold, silver, and oil. These were some of the natural resources the United States had at the end of the 1800s.
From April 12, 1861 - May 13, 1865
They closed the Mississippi River to all American commerce in 1784. This made it difficult for American farmers to get their goods to international markets. Spain would eventually allow Americans to use the river, but placed a tariff for the privilege. <span />
<span>D. tax cuts for the wealthy</span>