0
In 1901, in the Insular Cases, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled that the Constitution did not automatically apply to people in acquired territories. Congress, however, retained the right to extend U.S. citizenship, and it granted that right to Puerto Ricans in 1917. It also gave them the right to elect both houses of their legislature.
Still curious? Ask our experts.
Chat with our AI personalities
SteveKnowledge is a journey, you know? We'll get there.
Chat with Steve
EzraFaith is not about having all the answers, but learning to ask the right questions.
Chat with Ezra
LaoThe path is yours to walk; I am only here to hold up a mirror.
Chat with LaoMore answers
Add your answer:
Earn +20 ptsQ: Which country's residents became citizens of the unides states in 1917?
Write your answer...
Submit
Still have questions?
Continue Learning about World History
Most important state in the world?
there is no most important state but some countrys have pride in different states that attract lots of tours like New York, California,and Florida.
Who became the world's banker of the 20th century?
The United States of America
Why were the city states such a strong influence during the Renaissance?
Because they were very prosperous and had many rich citizens who patronized the arts
How did European expansion of the slave trade affect African states between 1600 and 1700?
african states became too weak to resist the slave trade
Who emerged a superpowers at the end of world war 2?
After WWII Both the united states and russia became superpowers.
Trending Questions
When Catherine died what did Heathcliff pray for?
China's written history goes back about years?
How did World War 1 begin and what event caused World War 1?
What famous British explorer discovered Australia and the Hawaiian islands?
Why did Europeans countries practice imperialism?
How much us currency is in the world?
What is the present day capital city in turkey?
What is the longest time period in the history of earth?
What currency was used in 1912?
What does the fleurdelis mean?
How can you be a princess?
What did Humphrey Gilbert discover?
What happens to a bill once it enters a house?
What 9 countries did immigrants come from in the 1890's to the 1920's?
Who was the Indian chief who adopted Daniel Boone?
How many people were in the World Trade Center on 9-11?
How do you get dwarfhold class in aq worlds?
What caused the Latin American instability?
What were the causes of the French revolution of 1830?
How did China become communist?
Copyright ©2025 Infospace Holdings LLC, A System1 Company. All Rights Reserved. The material on this site can not be reproduced, distributed, transmitted, cached or otherwise used, except with prior written permission of Answers.