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In 1867, Russia Sold Alaska—Now, It Harbors a Quiet Regret and Hopes for a Secret Return.

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What would you do with nearly $ 160 million? You would surely dream of living the good life with all the comforts that go with it and which could judge you of such a decision? But if you had the opportunity to go back in time until 1867, you could offer yourself Alaska. Simply. Back on one of the best deals in history. Yet in the first half of the 18th century, Alaska was especially synonymous with “unexplored land” and it was in 1732 and in 174…
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What would you do with nearly $160 million? You would surely dream of living the beautiful life with all the comforts that go with it and that could judge you of such a decision? But if you had the opportunity to go back in time until 1867, you could afford Alaska. Simply. Return to one of the best things in history. 18th century: barely built, the castle of cards collapses Today, when you hear the name Alaska, you think of the United States, th…

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Science-et-vie.com broke the news in on Monday, September 8, 2025.
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