The two most important factors in Georgia's growth after the American Revolution were:
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Cotton - The rise of cotton as a cash crop, particularly with the invention of the cotton gin in the late 18th century, significantly boosted Georgia's agricultural economy and led to increased demand for land and labor.
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Slavery - The expansion of cotton production was heavily reliant on slave labor, which allowed for the large-scale cultivation and processing of cotton, contributing to Georgia's growth and economic development in the 19th century.