History of South America

What three events helped make the US world power?

The Spanish-American War (1898): The Spanish-American War was a conflict between the United States and Spain over control of Cuba and Puerto Rico. The war ended with a decisive victory for the United States, which emerged as a major world power.

World War I (1914-1918): The United States entered World War I in 1917 on the side of the Allied Powers, which included Britain, France, and Russia. The United States' involvement in the war was a major factor in the Allied victory, and the war helped to establish the United States as a global superpower.

World War II (1939-1945): The United States entered World War II in 1941 after the attack on Pearl Harbor. The United States played a major role in the war, which ended with the defeat of the Axis Powers, including Germany, Japan, and Italy. The war helped to solidify the United States' position as the world's leading superpower.