Question

How did america become a world power?

Answer 1

By 1890, the United States had by far the world's most productive economy. American industry produced twice as much as its closest competitor--Britain. But the United States was not a great military or diplomatic power. ... From the Civil War until the 1890s, most Americans had little interest in territorial expansion.

Answer 2

By 1890, the United States had by far the world's most productive economy. American industry produced twice as much as its closest competitor--Britain. But the United States was not a great military or diplomatic power. ... From the Civil War until the 1890s, most Americans had little interest in territorial expansion.