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How did the United States acquire west Florida?

A. The United States bought west Florida from France
B.the United state bought west Florida from Mexico
C. The United sates annexed west Florida after west Florida became independent from Spain

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Answer:

C

Step-by-step explanation:

The United States received Florida from Spain with the Onís-Adams Treaty. Minister Onís and Secretary Adams reached an agreement whereby Spain ceded East Florida to the United States and renounced all claim to West Florida. In return, the United States recognized Spanish sovereignty over Texas.

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User Gwamaka Charles
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Answer:

I think it is C

Explanation:

The US took Florida from Spain in 1819 because of the Onis-Adams Treaty.

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