UK used to own the US until 1776
1550-1075 B.C.E hope this helps!!
What did war with Spain in Cuba have to do with the Philippines?
In it, Spain renounced all claim to Cuba, ceded Guam and Puerto Rico to the United States and transferred sovereignty over the Philippines to the United States for $20 million. ... The Philippine-American War began in February of 1899 and lasted until 1902.
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To give off the appearance of strength and intimidate people who see the heads.