Unit 1 Lesson 6: The Changing Economy of the New South
International Cotton Expositions
Who was involved? Think about the people or groups who were involved and affected by this event.
What happened? Summarize the event!
Where did the event take place?
What region(s) of Georgia did the event take place in?
When did the event take place?
Why is this event important to Georgia’s history?
Unit 1 Lesson 8: African Americans and Segregation
Leo Frank Case
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What happened? Summarize the event!
Where did the event take place?
What region(s) of Georgia did the event take place in?
When did the event take place?
Why is this event important to Georgia’s history?
Unit 1 Lesson 9: World War I
Georgia in World War I
Who was involved? Think about the people or groups who were involved and affected by this event.
What happened? Summarize the event!
Where did the event take place?
When did the event take place?
Why is this event important to Georgia’s history?
Unit 1 Lesson 6: The Changing Economy of the New South
International Cotton Expositions
Who was involved? Think about the people or groups who were involved and affected by this event.
- Organizers of the International Cotton Expositions
- Cotton industry workers and farmers in Georgia and the South
- Manufacturers and businessmen from all over the country
- Visitors and tourists from around the world
What happened? Summarize the event!
The International Cotton Expositions were a series of events held in Atlanta, Georgia in 1881 and 1895 to showcase the advancements and economic potential of the New South. The expositions highlighted the cotton industry and its impact on the region's economy, as well as showcasing other industries and technologies. The events featured exhibits, demonstrations, and speeches, attracting a large number of visitors and bringing attention to the economic progress of the South.
Where did the event take place?
The events took place in Atlanta, Georgia.
What region(s) of Georgia did the event take place in?
The events took place in the city of Atlanta, which is located in the Piedmont region of Georgia.
When did the event take place?
The International Cotton Expositions took place in 1881 and 1895.
Why is this event important to Georgia’s history?
The International Cotton Expositions were important to Georgia's history as they symbolized the changing economy of the New South. These events showcased the advancements and potential of the South beyond its traditional agrarian economy, with a focus on the cotton industry. The expositions brought positive attention to Georgia and the South, attracting investors, tourists, and new businesses to the region. They were a major step in the economic development and modernization of Georgia, as well as the South as a whole.