The Curtis Act abolished tribal courts and governments in Oklahoma Indian Territory in 1898, prompting the “Five Civilized Tribes” to propose the creation of a state called Sequoyah. Congress merged Indian Territory with Oklahoma Territory to create Oklahoma in 1907. Other proposed states include Lincoln in Texas, Jefferson between California and Oregon, and Superior in […]
The Louisiana Purchase was a land acquisition in 1803 that doubled the size of the United States. President Thomas Jefferson authorized the purchase of 828,800 square miles for $15 million from France, including the port of New Orleans. Napoleon Bonaparte originally did not want to sell the port, but after his plans to control Santo […]
States and territories differ in terms of government and representation. States are localized forms of domestic government, while territories are areas claimed by national governments. Territories may not have the same voting powers or tax requirements as states. Countries can have both states and territories, with territories having elected governors and legislatures but limited representation […]
German U-boats attacked the East Coast of the US during WWII. Britain sent 24 Royal Navy vessels to help, but one, HMS Bedfordshire, was lost with 34 crew members. Five bodies were buried in British cemeteries on Hatteras Island and Ocracoke, which are leased to the War Graves Commission. The sinking is commemorated every 12 […]
Territory managers play a crucial role in achieving sales goals and building long-term customer relationships. They develop sales activities, manage sales teams, and use CRM systems to efficiently manage customer relationships. They also prospect for new customers and may manage the daily activities of sales representatives. Most companies – regardless of industry – rely on […]
