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What are two reasons why the US government sent expeditions into the Louisiana Territory in the 1800s?

The government wanted to learn about the strength of the French military in the area.
At that time, many Americans traveled there to search for gold and precious stones.
At that time, Americans knew very little about the geography of the area.
The government wanted to establish friendly ties with American Indians there.
The government wanted to prepare for a coming war against Great Britain.
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The government wanted to learn about the strength of the French military in the area.

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At that time, many Americans traveled there to search for gold and precious stones.

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