Louisiana Territory Exploration and Purchase

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Which President purchased the Louisiana Territory?

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President Jefferson

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Who sold Louisiana Territory to Louisiana?

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Napolean Bonaparte

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President Jefferson instructions on the expeditions in the Louisiana Territory

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To produce a detailed map of the area and document the plants, animals, and people they encountered.

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How much was the Louisiana Territory sold?

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15 million dollars= 4 cents per acre

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The Louisiana Purchase was result of the following:

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Spain transferring ownership of Louisiana to France.

France underestimating the value of Louisiana and encountering other problems like the Slaves revolting in St Domingue.

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What info was brought back to the East about the Louisiana Territory?

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-It generated considerable excitement about the land and natural resources available in the West.