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James Monroe

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The Monroe Doctrine: Asserting US Dominance in the Western Hemisphere

The Monroe Doctrine, declared by President James Monroe in 1823, asserts US control over Western Hemisphere affairs to prevent European colonial expansion, ensuring sovereignty of new American nations.

The Louisiana Purchase: America's Territorial Expansion

Explore how the Louisiana Purchase doubled U.S. territory, securing control over key trade routes and setting the stage for westward expansion.