In 1959, which state was adopted into the United States?
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Alaska officially became part of the United States on January 3, 1959. Russia initially owned Alaska, but logistics difficulties and expenses forced the country to sell Alaska for $7.2 million.
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In 1959, which state was adopted into the United States?
- Hawaii
- Alaska
- Washington
- Maine
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