Part of the "Making of America" series, this map of Alaska is Side Two of a two-map set. Published in January 1984, this work features an abundance of historical information about the native cultures of the region, Alaska's natural resources, its military importance, and more. The 1984 Alaska map Side 2 features: • A historical introduction • The Native Alaska map (1700-1743) showing tribal groups, culture areas, trade fairs, and trade routes • The Russian America map (1743-1867) highlighting Russian expansion, fur trade, forts, missions, and more • A beautiful physical map with historical notes entitled "Seward's Folly or New Eldorado" which shows the region from 1867-1940 • The Military Alaska map (1940-1959) showing government facilities, the area invaded by Japan, sea supply routes, and more • A map of Alaska since statehood featuring native regional corporations, Indian reservations, forestry, native centers, sea supply routes, and more • Colorful illustrations
Coverage Area: Alaska
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