Manifest Destiny and American-Indian Relations

This chapter examines the ideology of Manifest Destiny within the framework of American expansionism and contrasts it with British imperialism. It highlights the moral justifications used by American settlers, their reformist image, and how American debates on democracy and slavery were influenced by British colonialism. Furthermore, the narrative explores the evolving relationship between the U.S. and India's independence movement during World War II, emphasizing the impact of American involvement on India's political landscape.