Answer:
1. New technologies were able to allow more oil production. There were bigger oil rigs with more advanced power that makes it easier to mine oil. This allowed the economy in Louisiana to grow.
2.Another technology and innovation are barges. Barges are flatboats that can travel through the many bayous,river and canals in Louisiana. It makes it easier for things like oil, seafood and heavy ocean machinery throughout the state, around the US and across the world.
