There were several features that helped industries grow quickly in the country after the Civil War. There was massive influx of immigrants and so there was no dearth of labor force. Also there was great improvement regarding new inventions and technological advancements. There was also great availability of raw materials like timber, oil etc.
He saw the fertile farmland of the west as an ideal place for people willing to work hard for the opportunity to succeed
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