Jefferson's plan is expanding the land from Atlantic to Pacific
1. Shorter way over country, not over sea
2. They wanted to find resources (e.g. water, food)
3. They wanted to build streets and railways for trails
1846: the American settlers outnumbered the British people
Manifest Destiny of USA
To expand from east coast to west coast
Achieved in 1848 through annexation of Mexican territories > USA one of the largest countries
Early settlers believe
They are chosen by God to create a special place in America
Promised in the Bible
By the 1800s many believed they succeeded since America expanded westwards => Manifest Destiny
It represents the idea that it was America's destiny to expand across the continent, bringing progress and civilisation. America was chosen by God to grow and spread its influence.
