The Vasa Sinks
When the 69-meter long Vasa was launched back in 1628, nobody could have predicted that the ship would sink soon after. There were 145 sailors and 300 soldiers on board. Also, the ship carried plenty of bronze cannons as weaponry. However, the structure was unstable and its design couldn’t handle the weight. Once the strong wind began to hit the ship, the Vasa toppled. Water started to pour into the holes for guns and in no time, the ship sank in the ocean, which cost the army a lot of money. In 1961, the ship was recovered and now serves as one of the most popular items at a museum.
The Vasa Sinks
Russia Lets Go Of Alaska
It’s impossible to say how much Russia could’ve made if it hadn’t sold Alaska to the USA back in 1867. However, it’s safe to say Russia would’ve made a lot of money. Alaska was bought for $7.2 million. Its oil and gas industry has managed to produce 17 billion barrels of oil. On the whole, the state’s GDP is $49 billion, which is money Russia could gladly use. However that ship has sailed.
Russia Lets Go Of Alaska
