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CSA lives TLs arent terribly original, however I've had an idea for a story set in a Confederacy that still exists in the early 1900s-1930s.

I imagine a terribly rundown place, still predominately agricultural, blacks slaves in all but name (indentured labour, no vote, internal passports), with riots common.

Aristocratic Republic, with heavy military influence (due to constant paranoia of Union invasion). Long style governors, corporate oligarchy, military strongmen, corrupt family political dynasties

I dont believe a CSA that wins freedom in the Civil War is likely to be actively sort after by the North for reunification, however border disputes and economic blockade might be on the cards, or maybe even heavy economic dependence? Union companies controlling much of Southern industry, fueling nationalist rage and resentment?

Basically I'm attempting to portray a virtual Banana Republic style set-up.

Perhaps a Confederate-Spanish War has lead to conquest of Cuba, however it was a far bloodier more even affair than OTL's SAW? Rebels? Turing the South long sort after prize into a poison chalice that sucks up funds and only adds to the general national malaise?

Perhaps, with strong state rights and a precedent already set, some consider spliting? Texan indpendence movement fuel by growing oil wealth?

Well what do you think? Any ideas or specifics to add?
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