Louisiana Purchase
The purchase of a huge piece of land from France by the United States in 1803, doubling the country's size.
What is it?
The Louisiana Purchase was a land deal between the United States and France. President Thomas Jefferson bought about 828,000 square miles of land for $15 million. This land stretched from the Mississippi River to the Rocky Mountains. It allowed Americans to explore and settle the West. The Gateway Arch commemorates this event.
Why it matters
The Louisiana Purchase was one of the most important events in American history. It gave the US room to grow and become a continental nation. It also led to exploration like the Lewis and Clark expedition.
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