How did the us claims compare with those of others countries in 1796?

In 1796, the United States claimed territory primarily in the Northwest Territory, which included parts of present-day Ohio, Indiana, Illinois, Michigan, Wisconsin, and Minnesota. These claims were often contested by various indigenous tribes and European powers, notably Britain and Spain, which held competing interests in North America. Unlike many European nations, the U.S. was focused on westward expansion and establishing a distinct national identity, rather than colonial dominance. Overall, U.S. territorial claims were characterized by a drive for expansion and settlement, contrasting with the more established colonial ambitions of European powers.