manifest destiny Flashcards
1
Q
what is the definition of manifest destiny? (obvious fate)
A
the belief that most americans had that god destined or planned for the united states to spread in size ( from atlantic to pacific ocean)
2
Q
what did god want us to spread?`
A
our culture, religion, technology, democracy, land and ideas to the WEST ( this would be called “progress”)
3
Q
who spread manifest destiny?
A
the missionaries
