New Territories
Definition
New territories refer to areas acquired by a country that were previously not part of its established borders. These regions often come under political control through exploration, negotiation, or conquest.
Related terms
Manifest Destiny: The belief prevalent in the 19th century that it was the destiny of the United States to expand its territory across the entire North American continent.
Louisiana Purchase: A land deal between the United States and France in 1803, doubling the size of the nation by acquiring a vast area of land west of the Mississippi River.
Mexican-American War: A conflict fought between Mexico and the United States from 1846 to 1848, resulting in significant territorial gains for the U.S., including present-day California, Nevada, Utah, Arizona, New Mexico, and parts of Colorado and Wyoming.
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Practice Questions (7)
Which war resulted in America gaining control over new territories including Puerto Rico, Guam, and the Philippines?
What legislation caused significant tension over slavery's future in new territories during the market revolution era?
Which legislation led to popular sovereignty regarding the question of slavery in new territories?
Which legislation created unrest and violent conflicts over slavery in new territories during mid-1800s?
Which legislation divided new territories into slave and free states during period-4?
Which law passed in the 19th century led to increased tensions over slavery in new territories?
What law established that new territories would decide on slavery by popular vote?
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