On the political front, Americans sought to expand their role in world affairs. World War 1 also led to the rise of the “Lost Generation.” This was a generation that had become disillusioned with the ideals and values of American consumer culture and political democracy.
the unions industrial and economic capacity soared during the war as the north continued its rapid industrialozation to suppress the rebellion. the south alsp had few rail lines and less industrial base and agricultural economy based on slavery which made mobilizong resources difficult
