President+Jefferson

 //President Jefferson// When the U.S leaders found out France had ownership of Louisiana, they began watching Napoleon’s actions. President Jefferson knew that the French could interfere with vital U.S trades by controlling the seaport of New Orleans. It was found by the French in 1718. The Spanish took over in 1762, but 40 years later the French took it back. It was used to deliver goods up river. It now is the focal point of Jefferson’s foreign policy. // Louisiana // President Jefferson learned about Franc’s offer to sell Louisiana. Jefferson did what was best for our country. He agreed and supported the deal on October 20, 1803. The senate approved and made Louisiana’s perches official. Jefferson proudly said that Louisiana’s perches expanded “The Empire of liberty” and provided “a widespread field for the blessing of freedom”.