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The 19th-century belief in Manifest Destiny was pivotal in shaping America's growth westward. From the Appalachian Mountains to the Mississippi River, early settlers envisioned the frontier as a pathway to opportunity and prosperity. By the 1820s, much of this land was settled, leading to a fervent push toward the Pacific Ocean. This expansion was fueled by significant events such as the Louisiana Purchase and the acquisition of Florida from Spain. However, perceptions of Manifest Destiny vary, raising questions on its implications and ethical dimensions.
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America continues to grow Westward Expansion
A Frontier • Is the land that forms the farthest extent of a nations settled regions. • Many early Americans believed the frontier to be between the Appalachians and the Mississippi River. • By the 1820’s much of this land that made up this area was settled. • So there was a need to push beyond the Mississippi River.
Manifest Destiny • A belief in the right of America to expand to the Pacific Ocean. • From the beginning, Americans had been interested in westward expansion • Examples include: • The Louisiana Purchase • Acquiring Florida from Spain • As the population grew so did the resolve to achieve Manifest Destiny
Does this picture support or reject Manifest Destiny? does it do both? How do you know? -In what ways are this picture positive for M.D. ? -In what ways are this picture negative for M.D. ?
Create a picture of your own • Draw a small picture that shows Manifest Destiny as you see it, good or bad. • Please include a small caption explaining your picture.
