Question

Why would pro-imperialists argue that territorial expansion strengthened American military capabilities?

(1 point)
Responses

By granting self-determination to acquired peoples.
By granting self-determination to acquired peoples.

By providing strategic locations for naval bases.
By providing strategic locations for naval bases.

By creating new markets for economic growth.
By creating new markets for economic growth.

By encouraging cultural exchange with other nations.

Answer 1

By providing strategic locations for naval bases. This allowed the U.S. to establish coaling stations and forward bases to project power and protect shipping/routes.