The united states from 1798 to 1898

what is this political cartoon suggesting since it includes the united states, hawaii, puerto rico, and other places?

a. american imperialism created an american empire.
b. these were america's main trading partners and allies.
c. the bald eagle became the official bird of the western hemisphere.
d. america was finally strong enough as a nation to "spread its wings" in 1898.

A. American imperialism created an American empire.

Explanation:

The cartoon is showing how United States managed to spread their territories outside the region of North America.

The United States today has sixteen overseas properties, five of which are populated. Inhabited properties are since 1898) Puerto Rico and Guam who are also included in this photo.

With this , United States started created their own oversea Empire.

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