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In History / High School | 2014-07-01

In 1803, the United States bought the Louisiana Territory from France. The deal, known as the Louisiana Purchase, doubled the size of the U.S. and opened a new frontier for exploration.

How much did the U.S. pay France for the land?

Asked by TannaNocks536

Answer (2)

$15 million for 820,000 square miles. About 3 cents for an acre.

Answered by mackiemesser | 2024-06-10

The U.S. paid $15 million to France for the Louisiana Territory in 1803, which doubled the size of the nation. This purchase was signed by U.S. ambassadors in Paris and was driven by President Thomas Jefferson's interest in securing control over New Orleans and the Mississippi River. Ultimately, the deal was seen as a great opportunity for expansion and development of agriculture in the U.S.
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Answered by Anonymous | 2024-09-30

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