Geography Is Alaska: The Most Important State?
Geography Is Everything
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Colonial Challenges: The Russian Era in Alaska
This chapter explores the early history of Russian colonization in Alaska, detailing the establishment of settlements and the impact on indigenous tribes. It highlights the environmental and logistical difficulties faced by the Russians, as well as the competing European interests in the region. The narrative culminates in the strategic decision for Russia to sell Alaska to the United States in 1867 amidst shifting perceptions of its value.
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