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3 years ago

Why did New England colonies develop the whaling timber harvesting and shipbuilding industries

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skelet666 [1.2K]3 years ago

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Answer:

The colonies were located close to the ocean in more mountainous regions.

Explanation:

Because they lived in the mountains, they lacked the ability to do much agricultural work besides sustaining themselves. Thus, they turned to industrial means of business.

Westkost [7]3 years ago

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Answer:

New England colonies were able to develop several industries because of the geographical conditions. New England had access to natural resources including forests and mountains, where they collected timber to built ships. Fishing and whaling because of colonies situated in the coastal region. Harvesting of corn, pumpkins, rye, squash and beans. Trade and economic activity in the New England Colonies was much more vibrant than any other colonies.

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