THE VIRGINIA DYNASTY 1801 1825
WAR OF 1812
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United States citizens
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only people of Louisiana
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children
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his own family members
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Detailed explanation-1: -The President was concerned that French control of New Orleans, in contrast to Spanish control, might pose a threat to western Americans seeking to send trade through the port. To assure that it would remain open, Jefferson decided to try to buy it from the French.
Detailed explanation-2: -Believing the United States needed to expand west to help ensure its survival and prosperity, he jumped at the chance to buy Louisiana from France’s Napoleon Bonaparte.
Detailed explanation-3: -Even before Louisiana was offered for sale, Jefferson was planning a expedition to explore the American West and find a direct trade route to Asia.
Detailed explanation-4: -Jefferson rationalized his decision for the treaty to be sent to Congress without an amendment to John Breckinridge. “It is the case of a guardian, investing the money of his ward in purchasing an important adjacent territory; and saying to him when of age, I did this for your good, ” he said in August 1803.