I'm guessing that they fought against forces, like the people trying to steal land so they could have enough space to live, farm, and hunt.
I also think that the Native American could have traded or given valuable items to the people who were trying to take their land in exchange for the Natives to keep their land.
The economical boost of selling of cotton lead to the cotton gin being created during this period of time. Unfortunately, more cotton being produced meant more slaves being needed.
Yes, it is generally true that the<span> Capetians improved government, since they were the most active in the Crusades, which helped the state gain far more wealth. </span>