30 апр 1803 г. - Louisiana Purchase
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Description: The Louisiana Purchase was a successful land deal between the US and France whereby the US bought the Louisiana territory from France for $15 million. It secured American control over the Mississippi river and doubled the size of the nation.
Causes: After Napolean and France suffered setbacks due to Haiti, they decided to offer up Lousiana for funds for the war, and Jefferson was eager for such a massive deal.
Historical Impact: Greatly expanded the US's territory and helped shape westward expansion.
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