jan 1, 1845 - Annexation (Excerpt)

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The source is written by John O’Sullivan On the subject of annexation. He argues that it gives Americans more space to settle and as therefore positive and helpful to the United States. He also stated that it was the “American destiny” to expand into the West. how annexation allowed for mor space for Americans, and therefore was a good thing, and that it was “American Destiny” to expand Westward, although it would lead to vast amounts of conflict.

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