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.
The US purchased Alaska from Russia in 1867.
According to a map it is the SOUTHERN part of Alaska that is the penninsulaNote: There are comments associated with this question. See the discussion page to add to the conversation.
U.S. Secretary of State William H. SewardThis was also known as Seward's Folly because most people in the USA thought it was stupid to purchase a vast wasteland of ice and snow.
The Alaska purchase from Russia by the United States occurred in 1867 at the behest of Secretary of State William Seward. (see seward's folly) also see: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Alaska_purchase
The web address of the Fort Seward Interpertive Center is: http://tourjamestown.com/what-to-see
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Yes. There are more than twelve thousand rivers in Alaska. The longest river in Alaska is the Yukon. See related link below for a list of the major rivers in Alaska
It would depend on how you would travel to Alaska. If you would be traveling with big cruise ships, you wont be able to see much of Alaska, you should opt for smaller vessels, like the cruise ship Sikumi. It can bring you to great places in Alaska.