The Alaska Purchase: A historic US land deal with Russia in 1867, transforming North America's geopolitical landscape forever suddenly.
Alaska became the 49th US state on January 3, 1959, after a long and intriguing journey to statehood.
The US bought Alaska from Russia for $7.2 million in 1867, a historic deal shaping America's future.
The United States obtained Alaska through the Alaska Purchase in 1867 for $7.2 million.
Nevada became the 36th US state on October 31, 1864, amid the American Civil War.
Hawaii's journey to US statehood: a complex history of monarchy, annexation, and cultural evolution into a unique American state.
