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Russian Orthodoxy is introduced
Russian Orthodox missionaries introduce Russian Orthodoxy to various parts of Alaska, and encourage bilingual education and literacy. -
Russia discovers Alaska
Vitus Bering led Russian explorers to Alaska, and set sight on Alaskan mainland. -
Spain Arrives in Alaska
Spanish Explorers (such as Bruno de Hereto) come to southern Alaska -
Veniaminoff arrives in Alaska
Father Ivan (Ioann) Veniaminov arrives in Alaska -
Alaska Treaty
The United States and Russia signed a treaty whereby the USA purchased Alaskan lands from Russia -
Sheldon Jackson arrives
Sheldon Jackson arrives in Alaska and begins work there -
General Agent of Education
Sheldon Jackson appointed General Agent of Education in Alaska -
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Klondike Gold Rush
Klondike Gold Rush -
Statehood
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Good Friday Earthquake
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Oil on the North Slope
Oil was discovered on the North Slope of Alaska, in the Prudhoe Bay Area -
Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act passed
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Pipeline Construction
The Trans Alaska Pipeline System was constructed. -
Permanent Fund Established
Permanent Fund/PFD established -
Exxon Valdez
Exxon Valdez tanker runs aground on Bligh Reef