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How Alaska Went from Russian Colony to U.S. State

How Alaska Went from Russian Colony to U.S. State

Released Wednesday, 13th August 2025
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How Alaska Went from Russian Colony to U.S. State

How Alaska Went from Russian Colony to U.S. State

How Alaska Went from Russian Colony to U.S. State

How Alaska Went from Russian Colony to U.S. State

Wednesday, 13th August 2025
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All eyes are on Alaska ahead of President Trump and Russian PresidentVladimir Putin’s meeting there on Friday. We revisit the history of Russia’ssale of the Alaskan territory to the U.S.. NPR’s Greg Myre describes how someRussians still question whether Alaska is truly American.

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