Description

""Our New Alaska: Or The Seward Purchase Vindicated"" is a book written by Charles Hallock and published in 1886. The book focuses on the history and development of Alaska, particularly after its purchase from Russia by the United States in 1867. Hallock argues that the purchase of Alaska, also known as the Seward Purchase, was a wise decision that has brought many benefits to the United States. He explores the natural resources of Alaska, including its fisheries, forests, and minerals, and describes the opportunities for trade and commerce that the territory offers. Hallock also discusses the native peoples of Alaska and their cultures, as well as the challenges of living in such a remote and rugged region. Overall, ""Our New Alaska"" provides a comprehensive and positive view of Alaska and its place in the United States, making a case for its value and importance to the nation.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.