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The Complicated Legacies of U.S. Territorial Acquisitions
This chapter explores the historical complexities of territorial acquisitions in the United States, emphasizing instances like the Mexican-American War and the Gadsden Purchase. It contrasts these coercive acquisitions with the peaceful purchase of Alaska, setting the stage for U.S. interest in Greenland.
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