Why was William Seward's purchase of Alaska a questionable decision

A.) It would start a chain of events leading to the Crimean War.

B.) The Russians did not really own the property they were selling.

C.) The United States House of Representatives had not approved a single cent with which to pay for it.

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Bentley

7 February, 19:51

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Shaggy · Answer 1

The answer is C. Most thought that the land in Alaska was useless and the money could've been used elsewhere.