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jan 1, 1803 - Louisiana Territory

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Spain gave the Louisiana territory to France. When France was in the midst of a financial downturn, America tried to purchase New Orleans because it would allow for the transport and trading of goods. Finally, America bought the whole Louisiana territory from France for $15 million.

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jan 1, 1803
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~ 222 years ago