Discuss the Concept of Manifest Destiny and Its Impact on U.S

question 51

Essay

Discuss the concept of manifest destiny and its impact on U.S. foreign policy in the 1840s and 1850s.

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Definitions:

Perfectionistic

A personality trait characterized by striving for flawlessness and setting excessively high performance standards.

Obsessive-Compulsive Personality Disorder

A personality disorder characterized by a preoccupation with orderliness, perfectionism, and control, at the expense of flexibility and efficiency.

Obsessions

Uncontrollable, persistent thoughts, images, ideas, or impulses that an individual feels intrude on his or her consciousness and that cause significant anxiety or distress.

Compulsions

Repetitive behaviors or mental acts that an individual feels he or she must perform.