Alaska Purchase Centennial: 1867-1967

Reviews the historical background of the purchase and sketches the main developments during the next century, viz: establishment of the boundaries, exploitation of minerals and fisheries, changes induced by World War II, and statehood.

Bibliographic Details
Published in:ARCTIC
Main Author: Rasche, Herbert H.
Format: Article in Journal/Newspaper
Language:English
Published: The Arctic Institute of North America 1967
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Online Access:https://journalhosting.ucalgary.ca/index.php/arctic/article/view/66334
Description
Summary:Reviews the historical background of the purchase and sketches the main developments during the next century, viz: establishment of the boundaries, exploitation of minerals and fisheries, changes induced by World War II, and statehood.