Our New Alaska

""Our New Alaska: Or The Seward Purchase Vindicated"" is a historical book written by Charles Hallock in 1886. The book explores the history and significance of the Alaska Purchase, which occurred in 1867 when the United States bought Alaska from Russia for $7.2 million. Hallock argues that the purchase was a wise decision and that Alaska has the potential to become an important economic and strategic asset for the United States. The book includes descriptions of Alaska's natural resources, including its fisheries and timber, as well as its native peoples and wildlife. Hallock also discusses the challenges of developing Alaska's infrastructure and establishing a government in the territory. Overall, ""Our New Alaska"" provides a detailed and informative account of the history and potential of one of America's most unique and important territories.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.