MANIFEST DESTINY 1806 1855
THE MEXICAN AMERICAN WAR
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went from about 5, 000 people to only a few.
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went from only a few to over 50, 000 people
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went from only a few to about 5, 000 people
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remained unchanging.
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Detailed explanation-1: -The Oregon Territory, 1846 The Oregon Territory stretched from the Pacific coast to the Rocky Mountains, encompassing the area including present-day Oregon, Washington, and most of British Columbia. Originally Spain, Great Britain, Russia, and the United States claimed the territory.
Detailed explanation-2: -Free land in Oregon and the possibility of finding gold in California lured them westward. At the same time, eastern churches wanted to teach American Indians of the Oregon Country their European ideas of “civilization.” Many simply hoped for a chance to start a new life.
Detailed explanation-3: -Polk called for expansion that included Texas, California, and the entire Oregon territory. The northern boundary of Oregon was the latitude line of 54 degrees, 40 minutes. “Fifty-four forty or fight!” was the popular slogan that led Polk to victory against all odds.