Describe the attitudes of Americans during the 1800 that resulted in their land grabbing Actions

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Alicia Howard

23 April, 08:04

Describe the attitudes of Americans during the 1800 that resulted in their land grabbing Actions

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Harrison Black · Answer 1

Americans felt that they were superior to other cultures, and took a paternalistic view towards their "little brown brothers". Many Americans felt that it was their responsibility to spread their superior culture and values like Christianity and democracy throughout the rest of the world.