Lesson 27 of 84 · Westward Expansion
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The Alaska Purchase, also known as Seward's Folly, was the acquisition of Alaska by the United States in 1867.
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The Alaska Purchase, also known as Seward's Folly, was the acquisition of Alaska by the United States in 1867. Secretary of State William H. Seward negotiated the purchase from Russia for $7.2 million. Many people thought it was a foolish decision because Alaska seemed remote and empty. However, over time, the discovery of gold and oil in Alaska proved that it was a valuable addition to the United States.
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The Alaska Purchase happened in 1867.
It was negotiated by William H. Seward.
Gold and oil discoveries later proved it was valuable.
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