The term "manifest destiny" originated in the United States in the 1840s, encapsulating the belief that American expansion across the continent was both justified and inevitable. It was popularized by journalist John L. O'Sullivan, who used the phrase in 1845 to advocate for the annexation of Texas. The concept reflected a sense of mission and entitlement, suggesting that it was America's destiny to spread democracy and civilization westward. This ideology played a significant role in the westward expansion and the policies of the U.S. government during that era.
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.
acquisition of the Mexican Cession
Manifest Destiny, Indian Removal Acts, and the Homestead Act were all ideas and policies that justified westward expansion.
manifest destiny
Manifest Destiny was a term used in the 19th century to describe a policy of imperialism rationalized as inevitable, as if granted by God. Many people used manifest destiny to express their beliefs that the united states destiny was to expand to the Pacific ocean and into Mexican territory.
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.
acquisition of the Mexican Cession
O'Sullivan used the term Manifest Destiny in advocating for the US to annex Texas and the Oregon Country, which were not part of the USA at the time. John O'Sullivan wrote about Manifest Destiny starting in 1845.
O'Sullivan used the term Manifest Destiny in advocating for the US to annex Texas and the Oregon Country, which were not part of the USA at the time. John O'Sullivan wrote about Manifest Destiny starting in 1845.
Manifest Destiny.
Manifest Destiny, Indian Removal Acts, and the Homestead Act were all ideas and policies that justified westward expansion.
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John O'Sullivan.
expansionists used the term "manifest destiny" to justify what belief?
manifest destiny
Manifest Destiny was a term used in the 19th century to describe a policy of imperialism rationalized as inevitable, as if granted by God. Many people used manifest destiny to express their beliefs that the united states destiny was to expand to the Pacific ocean and into Mexican territory.
Manifest Destiny