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It was valuable to them because the European countries claimed North America as their own in the early 1500s, and discovered North and Central America on accident while looking for a sea route to Indonesia.

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In 1815 European leaders met at the Congress of Vienna to discuss the future of Europe after this man was defeated?

After the defeat of Napoleon Bonaparte, European leaders met at the Congress of Vienna to settle issues that would hopefully bring lasting accord to Europe. The goal was to restore a balance of power in the hopes that this would bring peace.


What year was fccla founded?

FCCLA stands for Family, Career and Community Leaders of America. The year it was founded was 1945. It was founded in Chicago, IL.


What countries were the leaders of the big four from?

The Big Four nation leaders met in Paris. The delegates were Prime Minister David Lloyd George (British), Prime Ministers Georges Clemenceau (France), Prime Minister Vittorio Orlando (Italy) and President Woodrow Wilson (US).


Why imperialism appealed to U.S. leaders?

Imperialism appealed to U.S. leaders for several reasons, including the desire for economic expansion, national security, and a belief in American exceptionalism. By acquiring territories, the U.S. sought new markets for its goods and access to valuable resources. Additionally, leaders believed that establishing a global presence would enhance national security and project American power internationally. The idea of spreading democracy and civilization further justified imperialist ambitions, aligning with the prevailing mindset of the time.


How were the nationalist revolts in Latin America influenced by the french and American revolutions?

The nationalist revolts in Latin America were heavily influenced by the ideals of liberty, equality, and fraternity from the American and French revolutions. The success of these revolutions inspired Latin American leaders to seek independence from colonial rule and challenge oppressive systems. Enlightenment ideas about democracy and rights fueled the desire for self-governance, leading to widespread uprisings against Spanish and Portuguese authority. Additionally, the weakening of European powers during these revolutions created a conducive environment for colonial independence movements.

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