Summary
The article shows how the U.S. has expanded its territory over time, highlighting purchases like Alaska and Louisiana. President Donald Trump is interested in acquiring Greenland, though it is part of Denmark. Denmark has warned that U.S. action against Greenland could affect NATO, an alliance both countries are part of.
Key Facts
- President Trump has shown interest in acquiring Greenland, which is part of Denmark.
- Denmark has stated a U.S. military action in Greenland could harm NATO.
- The U.S. bought Alaska from Russia in 1867 for $7.2 million, which helped establish U.S. power in the Asia-Pacific region.
- Alaska became a U.S. state in 1959 after gaining strategic importance during World War II.
- The U.S. acquired Florida from Spain in 1819 through the Onís–Adams Treaty.
- The Louisiana Purchase in 1803 involved the U.S. buying a large territory from France for $15 million.
- The Gadsden Purchase in 1854 saw the U.S. buy land from Mexico to facilitate a southern transcontinental railroad.
- Texas joined the U.S. in 1845 after initially voting for annexation in 1836.
