Question

Did America have a "manifest destiny" to expand into western lands?

Answer 1

Answer:

The political doctrine or belief held by the United States, particularly during its expansion, that the nation had a special role and divine right to expand westward and gain control over the continent.

Explanation:

How did manifest destiny lead to westward expansion?

Manifest Destiny brought money, land, resources, and a strengthened economy to the Americans. This idea that it was their destiny to expand caused Americans to disregard the territorial rights of Native Americans, wiping out many tribes and causing a cultural divide, tension and wars.