From The Volga To The Yukon

""From The Volga To The Yukon: A Story Of The Russian March To Alaska And California"" is a historical book written by Daniel Henderson and first published in 1914. The book tells the story of the Russian march to Alaska and California in the late 18th and early 19th centuries. It covers the journey of the Russian explorers and traders who traveled from the Volga River in Russia to the Yukon River in Alaska and further south to California.The book describes the challenges faced by the Russian explorers, including harsh weather conditions, hostile indigenous populations, and treacherous terrain. It also delves into the economic and political motivations behind the Russian march, including the desire to establish trade routes and expand the Russian Empire.The author provides a detailed account of the historical events, including the establishment of Russian settlements in Alaska and California, the conflicts with the Spanish and British empires, and the eventual sale of Alaska to the United States in 1867.Overall, ""From The Volga To The Yukon"" is a fascinating historical account of the Russian march to Alaska and California. It provides valuable insights into the motivations and challenges faced by the Russian explorers, as well as the impact of their journey on the history of the North American continent.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.