85. The Russian Conquest of America
Empire
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The Rise and Fall of Russian America: A Tale of Loss and Timing
This chapter explores the Russian empire's efforts to create a maritime presence in the Pacific, particularly through their settlement in Hawaii for resource acquisition. It also examines the challenges of maintaining Russian America, accentuated by the ironic gold discovery after its sale to the United States, intertwined with a poignant love story that adds a human perspective to the historical narrative.
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