The Purchase of Alaska
Which country sold Alaska to the United States?
Russia
What term was used to justify American expansion across North America?
Manifest Destiny
When did the American Civil War begin?
1861
How many troops did Britain send to British North America?
Over 10,000 troops.
Who did Russia refuse to sell Alaska to?
Britain
What was the name of the Irish nationalists who threatened British North America?
The Fenians
Which side won the American Civil War?
The northern states / The Union
In what year did Britain send troops to British North America?
1862
How much did the United States pay for Alaska?
$7.2 million
What was the name of the Massituchists senator who proposed the Annexation Bill?
Nathaniel Banks
What was the main reason the southern states wanted to secede?
To maintain slavery
What is the name for the frozen natural barrier that prevented troops from traveling by ship in winter?
The St. Lawrence River.
In what year did the United States finalize the purchase of Alaska?
1867
DOUBLE POINTS! The last time that the United States had attempted to invade and take the British Colonies was in what year?
1812
What treaty was abolished at the end of the American Civil War?
The Reciprocity Treaty
What did the end of the Reciprocity Treaty cancel out for the British Colonies?
Free Trade
Why did Russia decide to sell Alaska?
They couldn't afford to keep it.
What year was the Annexation Bill introduced in the United States Congress?
1866
DOUBLE POINTS! Who was the president of the United States during the American Civil war?
President Abraham Lincoln
DOUBLE POINTS! Which Toronto based college is named after one of the individuals from our readings?
George Brown College