Greenland Would Be the Largest U.S. Land Acquisition, if Trump Got His Way
The New York Times • • nation
Key Points:
- In the 19th century, the United States expanded significantly through acquisitions like the Louisiana Purchase (1803), the Mexican Cession (1848), and the Alaska Purchase (1867).
- President Trump has expressed interest in acquiring Greenland, a Danish territory, citing national security concerns related to Russia and China.
- Greenland, at 836,000 square miles, is larger than several major European countries combined and would be the largest territory ever added to the U.S. if acquired.
- Experts suggest Trump's interest in Greenland may also be driven by its vast size, aligning with his background as a real estate developer and desire for territorial expansion.
