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.
Aleutian Islands World War II National Historic Area
National Historic Area · AK
The remote Aleutian Islands, home to the Unangax̂ (Aleut) people for over 8,000 years, became a fiercely contested Pacific battleground in World War II. Some Unangax̂ were taken from their homelands as Japanese prisoners of war while the others were evacuated from the islands by the government. Both groups suffered greatly during the war, and some would never return to their villages.
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Park Name
InfoAleutian Islands World War II National Historic Area
Designation
InfoNational Historic Area
State(s)
InfoAK
Phone
Info907-581-9944
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Operating Hours
InfoSummer Hours
Campgrounds
InfoNo campgrounds listed
Themes & Topics
InfoArcheology, Aviation, Colonization and Settlement + 27 more
Weather Info
InfoThe Aleutian Islands are known for unpredictable and stormy weather. Rain, fog, and wind are common. Dress warmly and carry rain gear even in summer. Summer temperatures range from 45 to 65 degrees F.
Getting There
InfoThe park is located on Amaknak Island in the Aleutian Island chain. The island is located 800 miles west of Anchorage. The island can be reached by ferry or by commercial or charter air flights from A
Location
Info53.9143° N, -166.5197° W
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