American Imperialism and the Open Door: Expansion Post-Spanish-American War

Portrayal of Colonized Peoples:

• Gendering: Colonized populations, specifically three women from Cuba, Puerto Rico, and the Philippines, are depicted as feminine rather than masculine, a deliberate choice to align with gendered stereotypes of weakness.

• Racializing: They are all made to look the same, despite the distinct appearances of women from Cuba, Puerto Rico, and the Philippines, reinforcing a homogenized, racialized image.

• Propaganda: The imagery, such as "Liberty loving her majestic trumpet" and Uncle Sam leaning back, portrays a very positive and triumphant American agenda, suggesting that the "shackles have been broken" and things are good.

American Triumphalism and Expansion:

• Symbolism: The