They thought it was a God given right to extend from Atlantic to the pacific so they thought it was meant for them to occupy the land from east to west.
The Mexican-American War.
Support westward expansion to the Pacific.
To justify the expansion to the detriment of the native Americans.
It permitted American settlement on Indian land.
The term Manifest Destiny was first used to support westward expansion to the Pacific Ocean. Manifest Destiny was a popular concept in 19th century America.
The Mexican-American War.
Support westward expansion to the Pacific.
To justify the expansion to the detriment of the native Americans.
it specified the special role that many Americans thought their nation should fulfill.
it specified the special role that many Americans thought their nation should fulfill.
It permitted American settlement on Indian land.
The term Manifest Destiny was first used to support westward expansion to the Pacific Ocean. Manifest Destiny was a popular concept in 19th century America.
the acquiring of new territories
Asia and the Pacific
They thought it was a God given right to extend from Atlantic to the pacific so they thought it was meant for them to occupy the land from east to west.
They thought it was a God given right to extend from Atlantic to the pacific so they thought it was meant for them to occupy the land from east to west.
expansionists used the term "manifest destiny" to justify what belief?