GREENLAND
Verified, historically grounded summary of the claims — with elaboration and context. Most of the core points are true , though a few need nuance: ✅ 1867 – U.S. Interest in Greenland (Post-Alaska) After the Civil War, Secretary of State William H. Seward , under President Andrew Johnson , explored U.S. interest in acquiring Greenland and Iceland soon after purchasing Alaska from Russia. The idea was tied to Arctic strategic and economic considerations but it never advanced to a formal purchase offer to Denmark in 1867–1868 . The public and Congress weren’t interested in buying more icy territory right after “ Seward’s Folly ” (Alaska) — so Greenland discussions quietly dissipated. Note on Andrew Johnson: While Seward was the architect, this occurred during Johnson’s presidency — so associating the idea with his administration is generally fair. ✅ WWII – U.S. Defense of Greenland When Germany occupied Denmark in 1940 , Greenland’s defense became a concern for the Alli...
