MANIFEST DESTINY 1806 1855
MANIFEST DESTINY
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Most immigrants were wealthy Europeans who brought successful businesses to the United States.
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Most immigrants faced problems at home. They believed that there was much more opportunity for them in the United States than in their home countries.
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Most immigrants came to the Oregon Territory, where married couples were given 640 acres of land for free.
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Most immigrants did not expect to find much opportunity in the United States, but they were expelled (kicked out) of their home countries.
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Detailed explanation-1: -Fleeing crop failure, land and job shortages, rising taxes, and famine, many came to the U. S. because it was perceived as the land of economic opportunity.
Detailed explanation-2: -The United States experienced major waves of immigration during the colonial era, the first part of the 19th century and from the 1880s to 1920. Many immigrants came to America seeking greater economic opportunity, while some, such as the Pilgrims in the early 1600s, arrived in search of religious freedom.
Detailed explanation-3: -Like most immigrants that came before them, early 20th century immigrants came to better their lives. In Europe, many left their homelands in search of economic prosperity and religious freedom. Living conditions in Europe were degraded, as poverty and an exploding European population led to food shortages.
Detailed explanation-4: -People may choose to immigrate for a variety of reasons, such as employment opportunities, to escape a violent conflict, environmental factors, educational purposes, or to reunite with family.