Sep 23, 2019 · The settlement of Alaska by Russian colonists began 235 years ago. Throughout the entire period of the existence of Russian America, its development went through the efforts of a private company. On September 22, 1784, merchant Grigory Shelikhov founded the first permanent settlement on Kodiak Island, which marked the beginning of the history of Russian America. Alaska remained a Russian ...

Jan 13, 2025 · The Russian Empire knew that Alaska was rich in natural resources, but the authorities recognized that the territory would not be easy to hold. “The North American States will inevitably spread throughout North America, and we must not lose sight of the fact that sooner or later we will have to cede our North American possessions to them ...

Sep 3, 2024 · The District of Columbia has the highest violent crime rate in 2022 (812 per 100 residents) and the highest homicide rate in the country (000 per 29 people). Here is a list of ten states with the highest violent crime rates (incidents per 100 people).

Sep 20, 2020 · The average IQ is 100, and in 20 states of America, the average resident is below that figure. Read on ForumDaily

Jan 7, 2024 · The largest US state still has a lot of unexplored territory, so, naturally, the nickname of the state of Alaska is “The Last Frontier” (“The Last Frontier”). Arizona Most of the Grand Canyon is located in Arizona, which is why it is called “The Grand Canyon State” (“The Grand Canyon State”).

Jan 22, 2025 · Деннис и Эми, известные в интернете как Holdfast Alaska, уже десять лет живут практически за счет натурального хозяйства: выращивают овощи, охотятся и собирают дары леса. Они используют ...

Oct 13, 2019 · Massachusetts boasts some of the smartest residents thanks to a top-notch educational system and some of the best schools in the country. But the cost of living here is much higher than average on everything from housing to health care. The state's income tax is 5,05% and the gas tax is almost 27 cents.

Jan 9, 2025 · Due to the post-war housing shortage, Jimmy, Rosalynn, and their sons moved into a new public housing complex less than three blocks from Plains High School, becoming the first residents in Unit 9. The experience later inspired them to become active in Habitat for Humanity, an organization that provided housing for low-income families.

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Dec 29, 2023 · 10. Alaska. Millionaires in relation to the total population: 8,18%. Number of millionaires: 22 302; Alaska's millionaire to total population ratio is 8,18% and its per capita GDP is $72. Alaska has 600 millionaires and is among the states with the most millionaires per capita in the United States. 9. Virginia