Between 1890 and 1914, the growth of the American economy was really important for the rise of U.S. power. Here are some key points that show how this happened:

1. Industrial Growth:

   • By 1914, the United States was producing a lot of steel—24 million tons! That was more steel than the next 10 countries combined.

2. Foreign Trade:

   • From 1897 to 1900, American exports (things sold to other countries) nearly doubled. They went from $1 billion to$2 billion.

3. Imperialism:

   • After the Spanish-American War in 1898, the U.S. took control of places like Puerto Rico, Guam, and the Philippines. This helped the U.S. have a bigger presence around the world.

4. Investment:

   • American investments in other countries grew too. In 1897, it was $1.5 billion, and by 1914, it had jumped to$4 billion. This shows that the U.S. was becoming more involved in the global economy.

These changes helped make America a powerful nation during that time!