More Fed Flashcards
(10 cards)
What did the United States purchase from Russia in 1867?
Alaska
The purchase was finalized for $7.2 million.
What was the reason for Russia selling Alaska to the United States?
Lack of financial resources to protect its interests in the region
Russia preferred not to sell to Britain due to rivalry.
When was the sale of Alaska finalized?
March 1867
The transaction was delayed due to the American Civil War.
What was the cost of the Alaska purchase in current Canadian dollars?
About $165 million
The original cost was $7.2 million.
Who were the Fenians?
Members of the Irish Republican Brotherhood opposing British rule over Ireland
They formed as a secret society in 1858.
What did the Fenians plan to do regarding British North America?
Conduct an armed invasion to take hostages
The goal was to force Britain to grant independence to Ireland.
What concern did colonists have about the Fenians?
Fear that sentiments among Fenian immigrants would spill over into British North America
This led to heightened security measures in the colonies.
True or False: The Fenians were a group that supported British rule over Ireland.
False
The Fenians actively opposed British rule.
Fill in the blank: The Fenians began forming as a secret society in _______.
1858
What painting is referenced in the text regarding the Fenian threat?
A painting showing militia in Orangeville, Ontario preparing for defense
This illustrates the reaction to the Fenian threat.
