Publisher's Synopsis
""A Statement of Facts Concerning the Difficulties at Sitka, Alaska, in 1885"" is a historical account written by Sheldon Jackson in 1886. The book details the events that occurred in Sitka, Alaska, during the year 1885 and the challenges faced by the American government in maintaining control over the territory. The author provides a comprehensive overview of the political, social, and economic factors that contributed to the difficulties faced by the American authorities and the native Alaskan population. The book includes a detailed analysis of the conflicts between the Russian Orthodox Church and the American Presbyterian Church, which were competing for control over the native Alaskan population. The author also explores the challenges faced by the American government in establishing a stable economic and political system in the region. Overall, ""A Statement of Facts Concerning the Difficulties at Sitka, Alaska, in 1885"" is an insightful and informative historical account that provides a detailed overview of the challenges faced by the American authorities in maintaining control over Alaska during the late 19th century.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
