Alaska's historic ties to Russia in the spotlight... CBS News

Alaska's historic ties to Russia in the spotlight

CBS News August 14, 2025

Alaska was purchased from Russia during the Andrew Johnson administration in 1867. War had left the Russians hungry for cash, and they sold Alaska for the equivalent today of 45 cents an acre. "CBS Evening News" co-anchor John Dickerson explains.

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Published on August 14, 2025

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