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The promise land attracted many settlers, the availability of fertile land for farming and the opportunity for mining and trade. This motivated families to move westward for better economic prospects. -
The territory doubled in size for the U.S and provided vast lands for settlers. This demonstrated the governments willingness to get land to promote growth. -
The Manifest destiny potentially fueled public support for westward Expansion, suggesting that it was a moral obligation to spread democracy and civilization.
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