Civil War, Economy, United States Explanations and Definitions

: Civil War: The Civil War was a conflict between the United States of America (the Union) and 11 Southern states that seceded from the Union and formed the Confederate States of America. The war lasted from 1861 to 1865 and resulted in the death of over 600,000 soldiers.

Economy: The economy of the United States is the world's largest national economy. It is composed of a highly developed mixed economy, which is fueled by abundant natural resources, a well-developed infrastructure, and high productivity.

United States: The United States of America (USA), commonly known as the United States (U.S. or US), or America, is a country located primarily in North America, consisting of 50 states, a federal district, five major self-governing territories, and various possessions. It is the world's third-largest economy by nominal GDP and the fourth-largest by purchasing power parity.