Answer:
It was justifiable, because it was a continuation of the process of spreading the country's territory.
Explanation:
- United States after 1783. had the idea of spreading towards the West, but additionally wanted to circle their territory towards the south.
- Florida was a Spanish territory with great importance, because it allowed them connection with the Caribbeans.
- Of course, this enabled economical prosperity and spreading of trade links.
The rulers of Italy before the Romans were the "Etruscans", although it should be noted that the Etruscan dominance of the region was not even close to the Romans' in terms of power and political nature.
Alfred Thayer Mahan recommended that the American military should focus on sea-power as the key to its success in any contemporary or future conflicts.
I believe the answer is A. 5
