Publisher's Synopsis
"The 1800s was a century of discovery and expansion in America. It grew in size through battles, negotiations, and large land purchases. In less than 70 years, the Louisiana Territory, the Texas Territory, the Oregon Country, Florida, the American Southwest, and Alaska all became part of the United States of America. In the name of Manifest Destiny, America became one of. the richest nations in the world"--Provided by publisher.
