The Americans thought Napoleon (who was a french military and political leader rose to prominence during the French Revolution and led several successful campaigns during the French Revolutionary Wars.) <span>might withdraw the offer at any time, preventing the </span>United States<span> from acquiring New Orleans, so they agreed and signed the </span>Louisiana Purchase<span> Treaty on April 30, 1803. On July 4, 1803, the treaty reached Washington, D.C.</span>
