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Secretary of State William H. Seward saw the acquisition of Alaska as a strategic move to expand U.S. territory and influence. He believed that Alaska's vast Natural Resources, including timber, fish, and minerals, would provide economic benefits. Additionally, Seward viewed the purchase as a way to strengthen U.S. security against potential Russian expansion in North America. Ultimately, he considered it a forward-thinking investment in the nation's future.

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