Former Alaska Lieutenant Governor Reveals Who Benefited From 1867 Deal Between Russia, US

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2026-04-02
WASHINGTON, April 2 (RIA Novosti) - The treaty between Russia and the United States on Alaska's sale in 1867 was mutually beneficial for both countries, former Lieutenant Governor of Alaska Loren Leman told RIA Novosti. "Yes, it was a good deal for the United States. And at the time, it was a good deal for Russia," Leman said​​​. He explained that the US acquired a very important land, while Russia sold a piece of territory that would have been d......
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