I'm not sure where you're getting "1816" from, but it seems out of context. If it's a year you're referencing, that takes us to a historical period in America. Now, if you were referring to something like the Indiana statehood (since it did happen in 1816), we could talk about how that period was a significant part of American expansion and settler colonialism. It was a time when numerous territories were becoming states, and the U.S. was rapidly expanding westward. However, this also interlinks with problematic aspects like the displacement of Native Americans and the key issue of slavery, which was sadly, still a foundational part of American society. So, like everything else, it's a nuanced and complex topic. But without more context, it's hard to give a more detailed response. Can you clarify your question a bit?