0
What else can I help you with?
Which American state was originally called Seward's Folly?
Alaska was called Seward's Folly.
Which American diplomat purchased Alaska in 1867?
William H. Seward, hence the the city/town Seward. The purchase was also known as Seward's Folly.
What is a nickname did American give Alaska?
seward's icebox
Who made the Japanese-American Treaty?
Seward made the Japanese-American Treaty.
What has the author William Seward Salisbury written?
William Seward Salisbury has written: 'Religion in American culture' -- subject(s): Religion
Who was the american secretary of state that made the purchase of Alaska?
seward
What American made the Alaskan purchase possible?
William Seward
Did Teddy Roosevelt buy Alaska from Russia?
No, Teddy Roosevelt did not buy Alaska from Russia; the purchase occurred before his presidency. Alaska was purchased by the United States from Russia in 1867 during the administration of Secretary of State William H. Seward, for $7.2 million. This acquisition, often referred to as "Seward's Folly," was finalized on October 18, 1867. Roosevelt later supported the expansion and development of Alaska, but he was not involved in its purchase.
What was a goal of William H Seward?
spread American ideas of democracy and individual freedom.
Who was William Seward's nurse?
William Seward's nurse was a woman named Clara Barton, who later gained fame as the founder of the American Red Cross. During the time Seward was recovering from a severe carriage accident in 1872, Barton provided him with care and attention. Her dedication to nursing and humanitarian work would eventually lead her to become a prominent figure in American history.
What was Seward's Icebox?
Seward's Icebox was Alaska when William Seward purchased it for the United States. Seward's Folly was the actual event of him purchasing it.
When did William h Seward acquire Hawaii?
William H. Seward did not acquire Hawaii; instead, he is known for his role in the acquisition of Alaska from Russia in 1867. The U.S. officially annexed Hawaii in 1898, long after Seward's tenure as Secretary of State (which ended in 1869). Seward did, however, advocate for American expansionism in the Pacific, which laid some groundwork for future interest in Hawaii.
