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The Louisiana Purchase was considered a steal in 1803. How much would it cost today?
Have you ever wondered what The Louisiana Purchase would cost if it was bought today? Here's what it's valued at in 2024 ...
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King George III's 1803 war letter to be sold at auction
The missive - addressed to Secretary of State Lord Hawkesbury - is dated May 14 1803, four days before Britain formally declared war on France. In it, he describes France's conduct as "unfair to ...