Manifest Destiny

The American Indians were generally peaceful and organized people. They have lived in the continent of what the white Americans know as 'North America' for thousands of years. This developed civilization established unique beliefs, customs and way of life and therefore led a civilised life long before the white American's "manifest destiny", an American dream of a new life. In 1845, democratic leader and influential editor named John L. O'Sullivan gave this movement its name but manifest destiny has always occurred in American history since late 18th century. …