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World War II in
Alaska
The war profoundly and forever changed life in
Alaska. For the first time since the War of 1812, foreign forces occupied
American soil. Japanese troops captured the Aleutian islands of Attu and
Kiska, causing great hardship and loss of life. Many of the buildings,
ports, roads, and airstrips constructed in support of the Aleutian
campaign are still used today. Over sixty year later, veterans are
contributing uniforms and equipment to be used in a new museum exhibit on
the war in Alaska.
Helmet, U.S. Army.
Used by Staff Sgt Paul Levesque of the 205th Coast Artillery,
stationed at Sitka during the late 1930s/early 1940s. 2002-2-1
Japanese Officers Sword
Captured by Ray Wright, U.S. soldier, on
Attu Island, 1943. 2003-24-1
Japanese Helmet and Pistol
Nambu pistol (with jade grips)
and
helmet used by a Japanese officer. Captured on Attu in May 1943 by PFC
Nathan
Bollong of the U.S. Army 7th Infantry Division. 2003-24-1,2,3
Shoulder Patches of Military Units Active in Alaska during WWII
Alaska Territorial Guard 2003-33-1
Alaska Department, US Army 2003-13-24
Alaska Communication System 2003-13-19
Patch (hourglass) 2003-13-18
11th Air Force 94-13-1
Kiska Task Force 96-55-4
7th Ferrying Group 97-2-1
Aleutian Islands 96-55-3 |
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