This Day in Alaska History-November 12th, 1910
In Honor of All of Our Veterans on this, their Day
Americans have been observing Veterans Day since November 11, 1954 in honor of our military men and women. But, our country has celebrated November 11 for many years prior to that. It was in November of 1919 that President Wilson set aside November 11 as “Armistice Day.” In his proclamation, President Wilson said, “To us […]
Eight Teens Hospitalized after 55-Gallon Fuel Drum put on Beach Party Fire in Kodiak Sunday
Kodiak-based Alaska State Troopers report that eight juveniles were injured when a fuel drum exploded at a beach party at White Sands Beach during the early morning hours on Sunday. Troopers were notified of the explosion at 1:14 am on Sunday and responded to the scene. Eight juveniles at the party were taken to the […]
Blanket-Alutiiq Word of the Week
Blanket — Ulik Una ulik aturnirtuq. – This blanket is comfortable. Before the introduction of western mattresses and blankets, Alutiiq people slept on piles of soft, dry grass and covered themselves with bear hides. These warm, insulating materials provided bedding both at home and while traveling. A person who had to camp unexpectedly simply collected […]