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Alaskan Purchase

Sebastian Farnham

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Verlag: Publifye

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"Alaskan Purchase" explores the complex story of how and why the United States acquired Alaska from Russia in 1867. It argues that this wasn't just a random real estate deal, dubbed "Seward's Folly," but a strategic move driven by both Russian and American interests. Russia aimed to divest itself of a territory that was hard to defend, while the U.S. sought to expand its influence in the Pacific and tap into Alaska's resources.

 
The book examines the economic incentives for the purchase, such as the potential for exploiting Alaska's natural resources, including furs, fish, and minerals. It analyzes the geopolitical considerations, focusing on the U.S.'s desire to counter British influence in the Pacific and establish a strategic foothold in the region.

 
By presenting evidence from diplomatic correspondence, government documents, and newspaper articles, the book details the debates surrounding the ratification of the treaty and the public's initial skepticism. Beginning with Russia's colonial presence and the challenges it faced, the book progresses through diplomatic negotiations and shifts to the American political climate following the Civil War.

 
By examining economic motivations, geopolitical strategies, and political debates, the book provides an interdisciplinary perspective on this historical event, offering lessons about international relations, economic interests in foreign policy, and the long-term consequences of strategic decisions.
Verfügbar seit: 19.03.2025.
Drucklänge: 58 Seiten.

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