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During the American Civil War, the United States was split between the Union and the Confederacy. President Abraham Lincoln fought tirelessly to preserve the nation. Surprisingly, Russia supported the Union states throughout the conflict, strengthening ties between the two powers.

After the Union’s victory in 1865—and Lincoln’s tragic assassination—the relationship remained strong. Russia, burdened by Alaska’s distance and costs, was ready to sell. The U.S. first offered five million dollars, but the final deal closed at $7.2 million. That’s how Alaska became part of the United States—but the story held an unexpected twist that changed North American history.

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