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Was responsible for the US acquiring Florida?
Andrew Jackson
Who was responsible for the US acquiring Florida?
The Us acquired Florida from Spain.
Who is the person credited with gaining Alaska for the US?
Secretary of State William Seward.
Why was Alaska nicknamed Seward's Folly and Seward's Ice Box How did the Alaska Gold Rush change peoples perception of it?
Seward was the individual primarily responsible for bringing the Alaskan Territory into the United States. At the time, Alaska was seen as a useless frozen wasteland devoid of any useful resources. Therefore, spending US money and resources on acquiring a money-draining chunk of land was not readily accepted by the citizens of the United States. However, after gold was discovered in Alaska, the territory suddenly became a good place to have - there were valuable resources that could bring more wealth to the country.
What is the difference between the US and Alaska?
Alaska is in the U.S. but the U.S. is not in alaska <><><> Alaska is PART of the US. It is a state.
About how far is Alaska from the US?
Alaska IS part of the US.
Which US State is larger than Alaska?
No US state is larger than Alaska. Alaska is the largest state in the US.
What is the distance between Alaska and the US?
Alaska borders Canada, so I suppose it really depends on how far into Alaska you are.
Was the treaty to purchase Alaska signed in the US or Alaska?
Well, Alaska is part of the US. The treaty was, however, signed outside of Alaska.
When did the us gain the territory of Alaska?
The US gained Alaska in 1867.
What is the northernmost point in the US?
Point Barrow, Alaska is the northernmost point in the US.
Was a President of the US born in Alaska?
No US President has been born in, raised in, or had his or her power base in Alaska.
