Encore: The Age of Jackson | Manifest Destiny | 6

<p>In 1845, newly inaugurated President James Polk made America’s westward expansion a centerpiece of his administration. Before long, the phrase “Manifest Destiny” was used to describe this growing sense of inevitability the United States would extend its territory across the entire North American continent. There was just one problem: Mexico was standing in the way.</p><p><br></p><p>Listen ad free with Wondery+. Join Wondery+ for exclusives, binges, early access, and ad free listening. Available in the Wondery App.&nbsp;<a href="https://wondery.app.link/historytellers" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://wondery.app.link/historytellers</a></p><p>Please support us by supporting our sponsors!</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Netsuite</strong>- Head to <a href="http://netsuite.com/tellers" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">netsuite.com/tellers</a> for a 1-of-a-kind financing offer to grow your business!</p><p><strong>Peloton</strong>- Want strength, endurance, flexibility? Visit <a href="http://onepeloton.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">onepeloton.com</a> to learn more!</p><p><strong>Zip Recruiter</strong>- For an easier way to find the right jobs and connect with great employers, go to <a href="http://ziprecruiter.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">ziprecruiter.com</a> to sign up for <strong>FREE</strong>!</p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p>See Privacy Policy at <a href="https://art19.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://art19.com/privacy</a> and California Privacy Notice at <a href="https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info</a>.</p>