How were the civilians in the north and south affected by the war

The south relied on slavery, while the north didn't, and most war zones were public places which harmed people and their areas.

Answer: The Impact of the War on the South

All the banks in the south collapsed, and there was an economic depression in the south with deepened inequalities between the north and south. 2.3 million slaves were free with equal status with former slave owners.

Explanation: bc most of the war was fought on the south