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Based on this letter and the previous document, what do you think motivated President Jefferson to acquire the Louisiana Territory for the United States?

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Louisiana Territory

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The Louisiana territory purchased from France in 1803. The Louisiana Purchase confirms Jefferson's capacity to make sensible political choices and also ensure western expansion. The reasons for purchasing the territory was for future protection and expansion of unknown lands. After purchasing the territory, Thomas Jefferson sends Lewis and Clark for an expedition.

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