@worldofstatisticstok: In 1867, the US bought Alaska from Russia for about 2 cents an acre. Critics called it "Seward's Folly." Then came gold, oil, and the realization that Russia is just 55 miles away. Follow for more maps that explain the world 🌍 #alaska #history #usa #russia #geography #maps #didyouknow #shorts

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