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Why did Seward buy Alaska? a. to access Alaskan gold b. to kick Russia out of North America c. to increase trade in Asia and the Pacific d. to develop desirable land
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c. to increase trade in Asia and the Pacific.
Seward saw Alaska as a strategic addition that would extend U.S. influence in the Pacific and help open up trade with Asia. Gold wasn't discovered until the 1890s, and while removing Russia was a result, it wasn't the primary motive; the purchase was driven by expansion and strategic/trade considerations.
Seward saw Alaska as a strategic addition that would extend U.S. influence in the Pacific and help open up trade with Asia. Gold wasn't discovered until the 1890s, and while removing Russia was a result, it wasn't the primary motive; the purchase was driven by expansion and strategic/trade considerations.
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