What are two reasons why the United States government sent expeditions into the Louisiana territory in the 1800s?

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Valentin Anghel · Answer 1 · 2019-07-23T04:11:59+0000

Manifest destiny - The idea to spread “from sea to shining sea” ( east to west)
This also ties with imperialism
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Gisgyaan · Answer 2 · 2019-07-26T01:49:58+0000

They wanted to know more about the geography, land, resources, people, and cultures there. The correct answer is "At that time, Americans knew very little about the geography of the area." and "The government wanted to establish friendly ties with American Indians there."

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