Discussion Post: Manifest Destiny and the Mexican War of 1846
Initial Post Instructions
For the initial post, pick two of the following historical events:
1) The Lewis and Clark Expedition
2) The Missouri Compromise
3) Independence of Texas
4) Mexican War of 1846-1848
5) The California Gold Rush
Then, address the following for your selections:
1) Which of your two selections do you consider most impactful on Westward Expansion during 1800-1848? Explain why.
2) Analyze the effects of the ideology of Manifest Destiny on the two historical events that you chose from the list.
The response should include a reference list. One-inch margins, Using Times New Roman 12 pnt font, double-space and APA style of writing and citations.