Expanding The American Nation: Moving Towards the Pacific Video

Expanding The American Nation: Moving Towards the Pacific Video. Learning Objectives for this video:

• Settlement in The West. Learn about Moving Towards the Pacific in early America. Witness the pioneer life and experience America's growth from a fledgling republic into a proud nation spanning the continent.
• See how the War of 1812, the Louisiana Purchase, and the Monroe Doctrine led to international respect and a surge of nationalism.
• Trace the westward movement into the Ohio and Mississippi Valleys and the struggles with Native Americans over land.
• Examine the ways that the acquisitions of Florida, Texas, Oregon, California, and the Southwest aggravated the slavery issue.
• Learn how frontier families guarded against a host of dangers, including hostile Native Americans, claim jumpers, thieves, and outlaws.
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