What islands in the Pacific did Secretary of State Seward acquire in 1867?

In 1867, Secretary of State William H. Seward orchestrated the purchase of Alaska from Russia, but he also sought to acquire various Pacific islands. Notably, Seward facilitated the acquisition of the uninhabited island of Baker Island and the unincorporated territories of Howland Island and Jarvis Island as part of the United States' strategy for expanding its presence in the Pacific. These islands were claimed for their potential guano resources and strategic positioning.