Question

How did the Civil War promote the growth of the coal industry?

Answer 1

The Civil War led to a vicotry of industry in general and coal was its main fuel.

Explanation:

The Civil War was a clash between the industrial North and the agricultural South. 80% of the industry was in the North. Its main source of energy was coal.

The victory of the North meant the victory of the industrial mode of production and coal was thus promoted. The industrialization of the South started after the Civil War.