The Louisiana Purchase: an Unprecedented Deal
Words: 496 1675The Louisiana Purchase is like hitting the jackpot in real estate history. Back in 1803, President Thomas Jefferson snagged a massive chunk of land—about 828,000 square miles—from France for just $15 million. That deal didn't just double the size of the U.S.; it opened up a whole new frontier, changing America forever. The story starts with France's Napoleon Bonaparte eyeing North America for his empire dreams. But with wars in Europe draining his wallet and Haiti's revolt messing up his […]