Focusing on continued change and tension in the United States as the country begins to focus outwardly instead of solely being concerned with internal affairs. Americans began to interact with different populations as war breaks out and America begins its journey to becoming a world power.
1. Why did the United States begin to focus outwardly during this period? Keep in mind – this could be a discussion of MANY different factors!
2. How did race shape arguments about expansion and politics during this period?