What cultures were affected by the territorial acquisition?

Territorial acquisitions throughout history have significantly impacted various cultures, particularly Indigenous peoples and local populations in regions such as North America, Africa, and Asia. In the United States, for example, the westward expansion and acquisition of land through treaties and wars led to the displacement and marginalization of Native American tribes. Similarly, colonial expansions in Africa and Asia disrupted traditional societies, leading to cultural assimilation, loss of land, and changes in social structures. These acquisitions often resulted in lasting legacies of conflict and cultural erosion.