Which of the following best describes the controversy in the united states over the 1868 purchase of alaska?

supporters hoped to connect alaska to the “lower 48” by annexing canada, a plan detractors considered imperialistic.

supporters saw alaska as a foothold into europe, while detractors were concerned that attacking europe would prove too costly.

supporters believed alaska would provide valuable natural resources, while detractors felt it was too cold and too far away.

supporters felt that control of alaska was key to expanding us trade, while detractors believed that alaska was too far north to influence trade.

The correct answer is Supported believed Alaska would provide valuable natural resources, while detractors felt it was too cold and too far away.

The annexation of Alaska was a controversial topic in Congress during the mid 1800's. The decision to add it to the United States as a territory was decided by one vote in Congress. The individuals who voted against the annexation felt it was a waste of time and money. They gave it nicknames like "Seward's Folly" (named after Secretary of State William Seward) and "Johnson's Polar Bear Garden" (After president Andrew Johnson who approved of the annexation).

Supporters believed Alaska would provide valuable natural resources, while detractors felt it was too cold and too far away.

Further Explanations:

The Alaska acquisition was the acquirement of Alaska by the US from the “Russian Empire”. The acquisition was formally done on 18th October 1867 concluded by a treaty confirmed by the US Senate and signed by Andrew Johnson.

Alaska was inhabited by Russian travelers during the 7th century, among which some settled down there permanently.  After the Crimean war, Alexander II, Emperor of Russia showed interest in selling Alaska as he knew that he will not be able to prevent Britain or any other country from establishing its colony there. After the American Civil war, Secretary of State of the United States signed an agreement with Russian minister “Eduard de Stoeckl”, regarding the procurement of Alaska.  

The decision of buying Alaska was not supported by everyone as it is a very cold place and was considered of no use for America.

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Grade: High School

Subject: History

Chapter: Alaska acquisition

Keywords:

Alaska acquisition, Russian Empire, 18th October 1867, Andrew Johnson, Crimean war, Alexander II,Emperor of Russia, Britain, American Civil war, Eduard de Stoeckl.

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