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Gold was found as early as 1848 and Oil at that time had it been known of at all had no use, no demand and therefore no value.

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What was found in Alaska by the US?

Gold and Oil


What was found in Alaska?

Gold, Silver, Lead, Zinc, Oil and natural gas.


In which American state is oil the most valuable resource?

This would be Alaska. Russia sold Alaska to the US, believing it was worthless. However the US later found gold and oil in Alaska.


What riches have been found in Alaska?

Gold, silver, oil, natural gas and a bountiful ocean.


Alaska eventually became a great source of?

gold and oil


What makes Alaska special?

what makes Alaska special is its oil gold and seafood


What is Alaska and most valuable resource?

Oil and natural gas.


Is there any great discoveries in Alaska?

Gold and Oil.


What is the product Alaska is known for?

Gold, Oil and seafood.


What are some exports in Alaska?

Gold, oil, and seafood are some of Alaska's main exports.


What 3 historic things that happened in Alaska?

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What do they prospect in Alaska?

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