How was the return to economic prosperity after World War II the same for South
Carolina and the United States as a whole?
The end of World War II brought back the ability to import products from
Europe, furthering the nation's economy.
Prosperity was brought about by the end of government spending and the return
of private economic investments.
Industry took over as the primary sector of the economy throughout the nation,
surpassing agriculture for the first time.
Government defense contracts jump-started the economy across the country,
which led to a postwar economic boom.