3. Why was the Louisiana Purchase considered an accident?

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23 March, 22:44

3. Why was the Louisiana Purchase considered an accident?

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Alfred · Answer 1

They were only supposed to purchase New Orleans, but Napoleon included Louisiana for $15 Million & that double the size of the U. S

Anastasia Villa · Answer 2

The Louisiana Purchase was considered an accident because Thomas Jefferson at first didn't want to make the purchase. He did not wish to overstep the government powers as directed by the Constitution.