The Civil War led to significant growth in the size of the bureaucracy due to the government's increased need for resources and personnel to manage the war effort. This growth continued even after the war ended, as the federal government continued to expand and take on more responsibilities.

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The Civil War

Question 31

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The Civil War

A) led to the creation of the Department of Defense.
B) prompted President Lincoln to call on Congress to double the size of the bureaucracy.
C) led to growth in the size of the bureaucracy.
D) facilitated making the Attorney General part of the Cabinet.
E) ended with the Department of Agriculture being given full Cabinet status.

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