30 mars 1867 - Alaska is Purchased
Description:
Russia was selling Alaska’s territory to pay off war debts and America was interested. The U.S. Purchased Alaska to gain resources, and we bought Alaska for $7.2 million. It was officially announced as a state on Oct. 18, 1867.Ajouté au bande de temps:
Date:
30 mars 1867
Maintenaint
~ Il y a 158 ans