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Which American state is closest to a former Soviet Union?
According to "I can see Russia from my house" Sarah Palin, the US State closest to Russia is Alaska.
How and why did the US acquire Alaska?
The US purchased Alaska from Russia in 1867.
Can Sarah palin see russia from her house?
No, Tina Fey on SNL said that. Palin said "They're our next-door neighbors, and you can actually see Russia from land here in Alaska, from an island in Alaska." Which is correct, from certain parts of Alaska you can Russia with the naked eye.
Who did the United States purchase Alaska from?
The US purchased Alaska from Russia. For more information, see 'Related links' below
Did Alaska own Russia?
No. But Russia owned Alaska.
From what country did US buy Alaska?
Alaska was bought from Russia.
Which country had control of Alaska before the US?
Alaska was originally owned by Russia.
What ocean separate's Russia and Alaska?
The Bering Strait separates Alaska from Russia
Was Alaska's land was once owned by Russia?
yes Alaska's land was once owned by Russia. yes Alaska's land was once owned by Russia.
How was Alaska land acquired?
it was first with russia (ussr) but then it sold alaska after the cold war to USA .
What is the states that once belonged to Russia?
Alaska Alaska
How did the US gain possession of Alaska?
The Alaska purchase from Russia by the United States occurred in 1867 at the behest of Secretary of State William Seward. (see seward's folly) also see: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Alaska_purchase
