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The Alaska Purchase—denounced at the time as “Seward’s Folly” but now seen as a masterstroke—is well known in American history. But few know the rest
The Story of Seward's Folly
Language: en
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Examines Secretary of State William Seward's controversial but successful efforts to purchase Alaska from Russia for the United States in 1867.
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Authors: Walter Stahr
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From one of our most acclaimed new biographers--the first full life of the leader of Lincoln's "Team of Rivals"--William Henry Seward, one of the most important
Seward's Folly
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Pages: 328
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Historical novel of the intrigues behind the purchase of Alaska from Russia.
Inside the Apple
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Authors: Michelle Nevius
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