A short history of a tragedy
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Twenty million people died worldwide in the influenza epidemic of 1918-1919. The epidemic is the greatest human disaster in Alaska's history. Thousands of Alaskans died, leaving as many as 500 children without parents. The disease could progress from a case of sniffles through pneumonia resulting in death within only 48 hours. The fatal germs were delivered to Alaska by steamships which also brought the necessities of life to the area.
Publication Name: Alaska
Subject: Travel, recreation and leisure
ISSN: 0002-4562
Year: 1999
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Slow learners in late summer
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August is sometimes seen as the peak of the summer season, offering a respite from summer's mosquitoes and rain.
Publication Name: Alaska
Subject: Travel, recreation and leisure
ISSN: 0002-4562
Year: 1999
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A bridge between cultures
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Alaskans of all cultures meet at the new Alaska Native Heritage Center in Anchorage, AL.
Publication Name: Alaska
Subject: Travel, recreation and leisure
ISSN: 0002-4562
Year: 1999
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