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Alaskan History, Vol. 4, No. 6

Northern Light Media publishes Alaskan History Magazine, and the current issue was mailed to subscribers on November 1st. This issue features an excerpt from Will Hudson’s classic 1937 book ‘Icy Hell,’ detailing the harrowing overland journey he and several others made across the Brooks Range to the village of Fort Yukon when their ship ‘Polar Bear’ was trapped in the polar ice pack in 1913. Continue reading

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New Title: Denali

The newest book from multiple-award-winning author Lew Freedman is a fresh and creative look at Denali National Park and Preserve and the tallest mountain in North America. The author takes his readers on an exciting exploration of what is perhaps the most beloved natural feature of Alaska, from the adventures and experiences of those who live near the great mountain—including the stories of many who have scaled its heights—to the history of the area and the simple joys of watching wildlife and just being in this unique and wondrous natural area. Continue reading

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Alaskan History Vol. 4, No. 1

The first new issue of the revised Alaskan History Magazine will offer an assortment of articles on the history of the state, from the history of Tanana to The Knik News and pioneer photographer P. S. Hunt, to an article about a woman who came to Alaska seeking information about her great-grandfather and wrote a book about it, some of which is excerpted in Searching for the Ohio Roadhouse. Other articles include an in-depth looks at the final days of Will Rogers and Wiley Post as they left Seattle and toured Alaska, and the history of the 72-mile Alaska Central Railroad, which was a forerunner of the current Alaska Railroad from Seward to Fairbanks. 64 pages, 6” x 9” format, B/W interior, postage paid. Continue reading

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A Site for the Railroad Book

I am pleased to announce a website for my newest book, The Alaska Railroad 1902-1923, which shares the content and the research materials and resources which I used in writing the book. Continue reading

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Spirit of the Wind

The award-winning 1979 movie Spirit of the Wind is based upon the early life and rise to prominence of the legendary Athabaskan trapper and dog musher George Attla, Jr., Continue reading

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Alaskan History Magazine

Alaskan History Magazine was a full color bimonthly magazine featuring stories and photos of the people, places and events which shaped the history of Alaska from prehistory to statehood. The 14 issues in print will remain available, and anthologies collect the articles into book format. Continue reading

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Looking for Lizzy

As an author of books on the history of Alaska, I often receive inquiries from people seeking information about long-lost relatives, and I’m always happy to help whenever I can. Family connections are important, and helping someone piece together clues … Continue reading

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Golden Places

Golden Places: The History of Alaska-Yukon Mining, With Particular Reference to Alaska’s National Parks, was written in 1990 by William R. Hunt, prepared as a special theme study to assist in the assessment of cultural resources associated with metal mining … Continue reading

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Gakona Roadhouse

This article is an excerpt from the book by Helen Hegener,  Alaskan Roadhouses, Shelter, Food, and Lodging Along Alaska’s Roads and Trails, published in 2015 by Northern Light Media. Ordering information below.   The Gakona roadhouse at milepost 205 on … Continue reading

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1912 All Alaska Sweepstakes

An old friend, Robert Lutz, sent me the link to an article which appeared in the March 27, 1912 issue of the newspaper, The San Francisco Call, which noted entries for the 1912 All Alaska Sweepstakes race. The article read, … Continue reading

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