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Napoleon and Louisiana- The fearful French leader Napoleon Bonaparte is planning on occupying Lousiana to replace Spain as the European power of N.A. However small rebellions by slaves which have overthrown local governments in Saint Domingue are delaying his plans. After Napoleon sent troops to recapture St. Domingue, the rebel forces repelled the French once more even after the capture of St. Domingue's new leader. Yellow fever has also stood in the way of the Louisana occupation.

Mississippi Region- U.S. leaders have just realized that the French have taken control of Louisana once more after being under Spanish rule. President Jefferson is aware that with the diverse culture and great trading spots Louisana is a great place to control. Especially with the busy port of New Orleans. The French could block off cargo from that area. We are still awaiting further plans from President Jefferson.

Purchasing the Territory/Surprising Offer- French and American officials met today discussing the matter of Louisana. President Jefferson offered to buy Louisana and Florida from the French to settle this matter without violence. The offer of $10 million was raised to $15 million after the deal appealed to French leader Bonaparte in many ways. He was avoiding confilict with the U.S., gave Britain a new enemy, and could use the money to support troops elsewhere. The $15 million is now being understood by President Jefferson.

Expanding the Nation- The Senate has just approved the treaty with France to buy Louisana and are calling it the "Louisana Purchase". There is still speculation on how large the Louisana territories really are but it reach's from the Mississippi River to the great Rocky Mountains. The purchase of Louisana has just doubled the size of the nation. Jefferson proudly exclamed that now the U.S. "provided a widespread field for the blessing of freedom".