Because while their government says they are democratic, they are really fascist or strongmen governments
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1. Explore the Missouri River to its source, cross the
Rocky Mountains, and seek a westward-flowing river
to the Pacific Ocean—the fabled Northwest Passage.
2. Report on new animals, plants, minerals, etc. in
the newly-acquired regions.
3. Establish trade with the Native American tribes
they encountered.
4. Assure the Native Americans of the peaceful
intentions of the United States government.
The Continental Army was led by George Washington as the Patriots fought in the Revolutionary War against Great Britain
