Gov. Bill Walker and other state and local leaders attended a tribute to Leonard Larkins, 96, one of more than 3,000 African-American soldiers who helped build the Alaska Highway.
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Survivors look back on the Japanese bombing of Unalaska 75 years ago
Japan bombed Unalaska 75 years ago, killing more than 40 Americans and triggering the evacuation of hundreds. In the aftermath, many Aleutian residents survived. But the number is dwindling as decades pass. Forty-three veterans and evacuees are gathering in Unalaska this weekend to commemorate the events of World War II.
Putin calls the recent U.S. anti-ballistic missile exercises a threat to Russia
Following a successful test of the United States’ anti-ballistic missile capabilities this week, Russian President Vladimir Putin called the missile defense system’s components in South Korea and Alaska a threat to Russia.
Alaska Highway 75th anniversary: A tribute to veterans who helped build ‘road to civil rights’
Alaskans will celebrate the 75th anniversary this year of the Alaska Highway. Organizers of those celebrations plan to include tributes to the African-American soldiers who helped carve the road out of rugged wilderness.
Missile Defense Agency conducts successful anti-ICBM test
“That was the first time that we’ve tested and then intercepted an ICBM-type missile,” said Republican Sen. Dan Sullivan, who sits on the Armed Services Committee.
Photos: Fallen service members remembered in Juneau
Memorial Day observances were held at Evergreen Cemetery, Alaskan Memorial Park and Southeast Alaska Native Veterans Memorial Park on Monday.