jan 1, 1803 - Louisiana Purchase
Description:
A territory in the west central U.S. purchased from France for $15 million; extended from the Mississippi River to the Rocky Mountains and from the Gulf of Mexico to Canada.Historical Significance:
Protected trade access to the port of New Orleans and free passage on the Mississippi River; contributed to the growing slavery debate in the U.S.
Added to timeline:
Date:
jan 1, 1803
Now
~ 222 years ago