In order to make money in pacific territories and nations.
Louisiana was French territory and the 13 colonies were English.
This is one use of the word "imperialism."
by several purchases from other countries, mostly France and Spain,and by several wars with Mexico.
I beleive you mean why ARE the midway islands a territory of the US. Well, from the mid 1800's to 1900, America was an imperialist nation. It was eager to expand. In addition to becoming more involved in foriegn affairs, the US sought colonies. It gained territory in the Carribean and the Pacific through the Spanish-American war. However, Midway was simply declared US territory and has been ever since. No debate, no conflict, no purchase, just it's mine because I want it to be....that's kinda how we are today. Every fight is our fight....every problem is our problem....blah blah blah....why? Because I want it to be! Well, we have a responsibility as a superpower....
False
japan saw the end's of WW1 as a new way to expand its pacific territory's
One goal of the democratic party was to expand the nation's territory.
The general motives for building an empire is as follows: to expand your territory, acquire more resources, acquire more raw minerals and materials, acquire more power, and dominate the world. The US, British Empire, Greeks and Romans are examples of each motive.
Businesses wanted the U.S. to expand into the Pacific for several reasons. Firstly, it would open up new markets for American goods and create opportunities for trade. Secondly, the Pacific region was rich in natural resources, such as timber, minerals, and oil, which could fuel economic growth. Lastly, expanding into the Pacific would enable businesses to access cheap labor and establish manufacturing bases in the region.
Camillo diCavour was the Prime Minister who worked to expand Piedmont-Sardina's territory and power. He used careful diplomacy, well-chosen alliances, and cunning to accomplish this.
The United States did not want to acquire japan. Japan wanted to expand, resulting in the war in the pacific in World War II. Even after the U.S. defeated japan in World War II, the US allowed Japan to maintain its sovereignty.
They wanted to expand their territory because their mamma was to fat .
By conquest.
You tell me how Rome could have possibly have expanded YOUR territory.
The United States wanted the Louisiana territory in order to expand its territory
military conquest