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The History of the United States of America
The initial 13 states were established through the American Revolution and the Declaration of Independence in 1776. The first significant expansion occurred in 1803, with the Louisiana Purchase. President Thomas Jefferson acquired a vast territory from France, doubling the size of the United States overnight. This acquisition opened up opportunities for westward expansion as pioneers ventured into newly acquired lands.