westward expansion in the 1840s Flashcards
1
Q
in the 1840s what did america realize?
A
manifest destiny by acquiring all lands to the pacific ocean
2
Q
what independent nation did america annex in 1845?
A
the independent nation of Texas
3
Q
in 1846 what country did america gain Oregon from?
A
Britain
4
Q
in 1848 the us gained new lands in the south west by wining what war?
A
Mexican american war
5
Q
in 1821 Independence from Spain and the new Mexican government welcomed Americans into Texas by doing what?
A
offering cheap land
6
Q
who was was the wealthiest Anglo in Texas?
A
Stephen F Austin
7
Q
remember the” —–”!
A
Alamo
8
Q
who won the election of 1844?
A
James K Polk
9
Q
James k Polk wanted to make what the 28th state?
A
Texas
