Eduard von Stoeckl
Eduard von Stoeckl was a Russian diplomat who played a pivotal role in the negotiation of the Alaska purchase in 1867, where the United States acquired the territory from Russia for $7.2 million. His diplomatic skills were instrumental in finalizing the deal with American Secretary of State William Seward, a transaction that initially faced skepticism but later proved to be a significant asset for the U.S.
Born on Aug 01, 1815 (210 years old)
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Eduard von Stoeckl was the Russian diplomat who signed the purchase agreement for Alaska.
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