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The quest for Western influence contributed to the conquest of Texas and the Mexican-American War in the mid-19th century. This extension led to disputes over the fate of Western slavery, raising tensions between the North and South, leading eventually to the fall of American independence and a bloody civil war.
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Controlling vast lands throughout the Mediterranean. The Roman control of trade and resources in the Mediterranean gave the empire vast power and allowed them to grow quickly. The Mediterranean control meant the Roman Empire was able to hold vast amounts of land and travel through the water to manage the lands around the sea. Many resources were found in these lands which also contributed to the wealth and power of the Romans.
