Statements (63)
Predicate | Object |
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gptkbp:instance_of |
gptkb:historical_events
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gptkbp:aftermath |
Alaska became a U. S. territory
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gptkbp:climate |
subarctic and arctic regions
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gptkbp:commemoration |
observed in anniversaries and events
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gptkbp:conflict |
faced during statehood process
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gptkbp:consequences |
debate over expansionism
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gptkbp:cultural_diversity |
home to various indigenous groups
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gptkbp:cultural_events |
celebrated in Alaskan festivals
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gptkbp:cultural_heritage |
influenced Alaskan identity
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gptkbp:cultural_identity |
shaped by diverse communities
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gptkbp:cultural_impact |
influenced American views on expansionism
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gptkbp:cultural_practices |
reflected in art and music
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gptkbp:cultural_representation |
depicted in literature and media
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gptkbp:date |
March 30, 1867
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gptkbp:economic_development |
led to resource exploitation
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gptkbp:economic_impact |
access to natural resources
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gptkbp:economic_policy |
led to statehood initiatives
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gptkbp:educational_value |
taught in U. S. history classes
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gptkbp:environmental_concerns |
shaped by resource management issues
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gptkbp:environmental_impact |
influenced Alaskan ecosystems
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gptkbp:event_type |
gptkb:land_ownership
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gptkbp:geographical_feature |
mountains, forests, and coastlines
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gptkbp:historical_analysis |
subject of scholarly research
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gptkbp:historical_context |
Cold War tensions
post-Civil War America |
gptkbp:historical_debate |
justification of the purchase
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gptkbp:historical_documentation |
Treaty of Cession signed
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gptkbp:historical_figures |
gptkb:William_Henry_Seward
influenced by various politicians |
gptkbp:historical_legacy |
seen as a turning point in U. S. history
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gptkbp:historical_significance |
set precedent for future acquisitions
recognized in American history. |
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label |
American purchase of Alaska
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gptkbp:impact |
increased U. S. presence in the Arctic
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gptkbp:international_relations |
U. S.-Russia relations
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gptkbp:is_debated_in |
debate on American imperialism
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gptkbp:legislation |
gptkb:Treaty_of_Cession
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gptkbp:location |
gptkb:Alaska
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gptkbp:narrative |
varied perspectives on the purchase
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gptkbp:natural_resources |
oil, gas, and minerals
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gptkbp:negotiated_by |
gptkb:William_Henry_Seward
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gptkbp:nickname |
gptkb:Seward's_Folly
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gptkbp:notable_mission |
Cold War strategic location
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gptkbp:political_impact |
Russian expansionism
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gptkbp:political_position |
gptkb:Alaska's_congressional_delegation
influenced by indigenous rights advocacy |
gptkbp:population_trend |
increased migration to Alaska
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gptkbp:provides_opportunities_for |
created for settlers and businesses
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gptkbp:public_perception |
initially controversial
evolved over time |
gptkbp:purchaser |
gptkb:United_States
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gptkbp:seller |
gptkb:Russian_Empire
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gptkbp:significance |
expanded U. S. territory
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gptkbp:strategic_importance |
military and naval bases
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gptkbp:territorial_status |
became a state in 1959
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gptkbp:territory |
largest U. S. land purchase
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gptkbp:tourism |
growing industry in Alaska
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gptkbp:treaty |
part of U. S. foreign policy history
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gptkbp:values |
7.2 million dollars
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gptkbp:year |
1867
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gptkbp:bfsParent |
gptkb:Prince_of_Wales_Island
gptkb:Baranof_Island |
gptkbp:bfsLayer |
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