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The United States purchased Alaska from Russia, so if this purchase did not take place, Alaska would still most likely be under Russian control. If it were to still be under Russian control, Russia would have a much larger oil production (despite it currently being the world's largest producer of oil) and gold production, among other things. This would then account in less oil and gold production in the US, causing a smaller economy and more oil dependent country.
However, it is possible that Canada, the British, or the French could have purchased Alaska from the Russians, as it is right next to Canada (which has had parts held under French and British control). The same scenario listed above for Russia would have most likely occurred to these nations.
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What is an American state sold by russia to America?
That would be Alaska. In 1867, Imperial Russia sold Alaska to the United States of America for 7.2 million US dollars, or approximately two cents an acre. Alaska achieved statehood in 1959.
What state was bought by Russia 100 years ago?
Did you mean to ask what state was bought from Russia over 100 years ago? That would be Alaska. Not sure what state Russia bought 100 years ago. Sorry.
Why did American purchase Alaska?
The United States bought Alaska from Russia in 1867 for only 7.2 million dollars. The reason was for the hope of gold deposits and rich quantity of animal furs. The US wanted to get more land. By buying Alaska the US became 20% bigger.Alaska was purchased in order to increase the size of the United States. The purchase actually added 20 percent more land to the country.
When did US acquire possession of Alaska?
The United States bought the territory of Alaska from Russia in 1867. Russia wanted to sell: it needed money, it was concerned that it might lose the Alaska Territory in any event through war with Britain, and saw little value in Alaska's vast natural resources. U.S. Secretary of State William H. Seward urged President Andrew Johnson to agree to the purchase, believing it would be a good investment. The purchase was ratified by the U.S. Senate and the U.S. gained 586,412 square miles of new territory at a price of $7.2 million.
When did the US buy Alaska?
The United States agreed to buy Alaska from Russia on March 30, 1867, and the price tag was $7.2 million. Alaska became a US state on January 3, 1959. Many Americans questioned the value of this deal when it was made. It turned out to be a good deal for the US.
Who gets the most rainfall Alaska or Russia?
Russia or Alaska it depends on the climate so I would mainly say Russia.
Is it possible to fly from the tip of Alaska straight to Russia?
In winter, it would be possible to walk from the tip of Alaska to Russia.
Does Russia stay dark like Alaska?
That would depend on where in Russia. In northern Siberia it does, just like in southern Alaska it doesn't.
Seward's folly acquired in 1867 from russia?
That would be Alaska.
What is an American state sold by russia to America?
That would be Alaska. In 1867, Imperial Russia sold Alaska to the United States of America for 7.2 million US dollars, or approximately two cents an acre. Alaska achieved statehood in 1959.
What country lays east of Alaska?
The answer is Canada but its not Russia cause then it would be the west
From Alaska to Russia on a jet flight which direction would be the shortest route?
East
What separates Alaska and Russia?
The Bering strait would be the correct answer.
Who did Alaska belong to prior to the US?
No country is owned by Alaska. Alaska owns only Alaska, including all of the lands and waters within its borders, and for Alaska to extend its claim any further would be a violation of Clause 3 of Article IV of the U. S. Constitution.
What body of water would i cross from Russia to Alaska?
Bering Strait, Bering Sea
How can you walk to Russia from Alaska?
That would only be possible if the Bering Sea froze over. About 25,000 years ago, or more, there was a land bridge between Russia and Alaska, and many scientists consider that the Native Americans came from Russia to Alaska and the down through North America by means of that land bridge.
What country is Alaska nearest neighbor?
It shares a land border with Canada and a Maritime border with Russia.Canada and Russia are closet to Alaska. Yes, this answer is correct!,(I got this answer off of Google.com. Try it for your self!!!):)SMILEYThe two countries that are the closest to Alaska are Canada and Russia.
