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What is the significance of the Louisiana purchase

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It doubled the size of the United States and provided a powerful westward expansion
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The Louisiana purchase is significant because it doubled the USAs area. This allowed for opportunity of more expansions and opened up opportunity for more agriculture and improvement of life.

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