What role did freedom play in the concept of “manifest destiny”?
Correct Answer(s)
America was entitled to the whole continent because of its divine mission to spread freedom beyond its current borders.
People who stood in the way of America’s “divine right” to expand were viewed as obstacles.
America was free to do whatever it wanted, as it was no longer under the tyranny of a monarchy.
In order to protect American freedom within its present borders, the country needed to conquer the Indians to the west.
What role did freedom play in the concept of “manifest destiny”? Correct Answer(s)…
What role did freedom play in the concept of “manifest destiny”?
