What American argued that overseas expansion was a 'safety valve' to keep ambitious Americans content?
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The question is asking which American figure argued that overseas expansion served as a 'safety valve' for ambitious Americans, suggesting a relation to political or historical theories connected to expansionism.
Answer
Frederick Jackson Turner
The final answer is Frederick Jackson Turner.
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The final answer is Frederick Jackson Turner.
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Frederick Jackson Turner was a historian who argued that the American frontier had closed, and therefore, overseas expansion was necessary to provide a new outlet for American ambition.
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- US History Unit 12: An Emerging World Power - Flashcards - quizlet.com
- History Answers - What American argued that overseas expansion was a 'safety valve' - history.answers.com
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