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Alaska is home to the easternmost point in the United States, due to the fact that the Aleutian Islands extend past the 180th meridian.

Feb 22, 2022•1 min read

Fun Fact: Alaska is home to the easternmost point in the United States, due to the fact that the Aleutian Islands extend past the 180th meridian.

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