What year was the Jones–Shafroth Act signed by Congress, giving Puerto Ricans United States citizenship?
Answer 1917
The US acquired Puerto Rico after the Spanish-American War, making the island a US territory in 1898. The US has recognized all Puerto Ricans as US citizens since the early 20th century.
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