All of the colonies except Cuba and Puerto Rico attained independence by the 1820's.
Answer: Well, a reason was because they are polytheistic, meaning they believe in many gods.
Is there any context you can give me?
Answer:
Access to the Mississippi River, which, at the time, was the most valuable resource available for trading.
Explanation:
The purchase of this large tract of land resulted in America's fifteen states. The deal increased United States territory by doubling it. The United States had always been interested in Louisiana because of trade and the fact that it offered access to the port of New Orleans and the Mississippi river.
