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Get InspiredNorth AmericaUnited StatesAlaskaAleutian Islands World War II National Historic Area

Aleutian Islands World War II National Historic Area

US
National Historic Site·Solemn, Remote, Educational, Historic
In September 2009, Nick Lekanoff, Sr., former Makushin resident, traveled with his daughter and other descendants of Makushin on the Tiglax to visit the village site, which had been left behind in the evacuation of 1942 and never permanently resettled.
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Pribilof villagers, here lining the railing of the USAT Delarof on the day of their departure (June 15, 1942), were evacuated with only a few hours notice and no idea of their ultimate destination.
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U.S. wounded are gathered from the battlefield on Attu Island. The battle on Attu, lasting nearly 20 days, was the second most deadly in the Pacific Theater.
Photo by from Nps
The Aleutian campaign brought together Russian, Native Alaskan, Japanese, and Euroamerican cultures. During the war 7 historic churches were damaged or destroyed. Villages were unrecognizable or burned to the ground and personal belonging lost or stolen.
Photo by from Nps
The Aleutian Islands WWII National Historic Area preserves historic landscapes that evidence war.
Photo by from Nps
In September 2009, Nick Lekanoff, Sr., former Makushin resident, traveled with his daughter and other descendants of Makushin on the Tiglax to visit the village site, which had been left behind in the evacuation of 1942 and never permanently resettled.
Photo by from Nps
Pribilof villagers, here lining the railing of the USAT Delarof on the day of their departure (June 15, 1942), were evacuated with only a few hours notice and no idea of their ultimate destination.
Photo by from Nps
U.S. wounded are gathered from the battlefield on Attu Island. The battle on Attu, lasting nearly 20 days, was the second most deadly in the Pacific Theater.
Photo by from Nps
The Aleutian campaign brought together Russian, Native Alaskan, Japanese, and Euroamerican cultures. During the war 7 historic churches were damaged or destroyed. Villages were unrecognizable or burned to the ground and personal belonging lost or stolen.
Photo by from Nps
The Aleutian Islands WWII National Historic Area preserves historic landscapes that evidence war.
Photo by from Nps

The Aleutian Islands World War II National Historic Area offers a profound look into a remote theater of the Second World War. Located in the rugged Aleutian chain of Alaska, the site commemorates the military conflict in the Pacific while highlighting the deep impact on the indigenous Unangax̂ (Aleut) people. Visitors can explore the 8,000-year history of the local community and the stories of evacuation and resilience that emerged during the 1940s. The area serves as a powerful monument to both global military history and local cultural endurance. It is an essential stop for those seeking to understand the complex intersection of war and indigenous life in the North Pacific.

The Aleutian Islands World War II National Historic Area offers a profound look into a remote theater of the Second World War. Located in the rugged Aleutian chain of Alaska, the site commemorates the military conflict in the Pacific while highlighting the deep impact on the indigenous Unangax̂ (Aleut) people. Visitors can explore the 8,000-year history of the local community and the stories of evacuation and resilience that emerged during the 1940s. The area serves as a powerful monument to both global military history and local cultural endurance. It is an essential stop for those seeking to understand the complex intersection of war and indigenous life in the North Pacific.

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Address
Aleutian Islands WWII Visitor Center
Websitenps.gov
Phone907-581-9944

Highlights

  • Commemoration of the Aleutian Islands campaign

  • Insight into the 8,000-year history of the Unangax̂ people

  • Documentation of the wartime evacuation and community resilience

  • Rugged, remote Alaskan landscape setting

Before you go: Aleutian Islands World War II National Historic Area essentials

  • The site is located in a very remote region of Alaska, making access challenging.

  • Weather conditions can significantly impact travel and site accessibility.

  • The area is deeply significant for its indigenous history, not just its military past.

Plan Ahead

Due to the extremely remote location of the Aleutian Islands, travel requires significant advance planning and specialized logistics.

Weather Awareness

Alaskan weather in the Aleutians is notoriously unpredictable; always pack layers and be prepared for sudden changes.

Best For

History enthusiasts and those interested in the cultural legacy of the North Pacific.

Currency

USD $

Average Cost

$250-$400 p/day

Languages Spoken

English

Cultural Respect

When learning about the Unangax̂ people, approach the history with sensitivity and respect for their enduring cultural legacy.

Occasion Tags

Educational, History Buffs

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Location

Alaska, United States