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apr 30, 1803 - Louisiana Purchase

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The Americans thought that Napoleon might withdraw the offer at any time, preventing the United States from acquiring New Orleans, so they agreed and signed the Louisiana Purchase Treaty on April 30, 1803. On July 4, 1803, the treaty reached Washington, D.C.

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apr 30, 1803
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~ 223 years ago

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