U.S. Expansionism

Front

What year was the Louisiana Purchase made?

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1803

Front

Which U.S. president negotiated the Louisiana Purchase?

Back

Thomas Jefferson

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Which country sold the Louisiana Territory to the U.S.?

Back

France

Front

What major river was secured through the Louisiana Purchase?

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Mississippi River

Front

Why did Napoleon sell the Louisiana Territory?

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To raise money for wars in Europe

Front

What treaty granted the U.S. control over the Louisiana Territory?

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Treaty Between the U.S. and France (1803)

Front

What was the main purpose of the Gadsden Purchase?

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To acquire land for a southern transcontinental railroad

Front

Which two states gained land from the Gadsden Purchase?

Back

Arizona and New Mexico

Front

Who negotiated the Gadsden Purchase?

Back

James Gadsden

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What year was the Gadsden Purchase completed?

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1853