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we bought it from the Russians. Alaska is often referred to as Seward's folly because it was a Senator Seward who came up with the idea. Many Americans thought it to be a waste of money. We got Alaska that cheap because Russia was in need of some quick cash. in fact, we bought it for only 7.2 million dollars, about 2 cents an acre!
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Was the state Alabama or Alaska sold by Russians to Americans?
Alaska
Who are the current inhabitants of Alaska?
Alaska's population is 69.3 percent white Americans, 4.0% Asian Americans. 3.5% African Americans and 15.6% Native Americans and Alaskan Natives.
Who are Alaska's ancestors?
The Native Americans of Alaska have ancient Asian ancestors.
What percentage of Americans have visited Alaska?
About 2% of Americans visit Alaska each year, making it one of the least-visited states in the country due to its remote location.
What condition did congress say Alaska needed to accept before it was admitted as a state?
Alaska was not allowed to claim lands held by Native Americans.
How many African Americans are in Alaska?
About 3.5% of the population or about 24,450 individuals.
Where did the people from Alaska come from?
There are many native Americans living in Alaska.
Who were the first Americans that crossed beringia into Alaska etween 38000 and 10000 bc?
The Paleo-Indians were the first Americans to cross Beringia into Alaska.
Who is Alaska's government made up of?
Americans.
What were the names of Native Americans that lived in Alaska?
Aleuts and Inuits.
What does the gold on the Alaska flag mean?
It means that Americans are dirty which they are
Many Native Americans who live in Alaska speak?
Eskimo
