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\nDiscover the story behind the Louisiana Purchase, one of the most important land deals in American history. In this video, we explain how the United States bought a huge amount of territory from France in 1803, doubling the size of the...\nDiscover the story behind the Louisiana Purchase, one of the most important land deals in American history. In this video, we explain how the United States bought a huge amount of territory from France in 1803, doubling the size of the young nation. Learn why President Thomas Jefferson supported the deal, how much it cost, and how it changed the future of the United States. We also explore how this deal impacted westward expansion, the Lewis and Clark expedition, and relations with Native American tribes. A key moment in U.S. history, the Louisiana Purchase shaped the map and direction of a nation.\n
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5:25
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2025
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thomas jefferson, westward expansion, france, size, trade
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