Publications

In the Aleutian Theater, soldiers like Al Martin (pictured above) read to gain critical information and to pass the time.

NPS Photo courtesy of Al Martin Collection

 

Reading is a great way to learn about the Aleutian Islands and World War II. From the forcible removal of Unangax people to servicemen's accounts of significant battles, there are a wide range of perspectives to explore.

Click on the tiles below to access a PDF file of each book. Hard copies are available for free. To receive a hard copy via mail, contact the National Park Service.

 

Publications

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  Lost Villages of the Eastern Aleutians

  In this book, Unangax̂ people revisit three traditional villages left unoccupied following WWII: Biorka, Kashega, and Makushin.

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  World War II Aleut Relocation Camps

  This book documents the forced relocation of the Unangax̂ through archival materials, oral history, photography, mapping, and more.

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  Attu Boy

  In his book, Nick Golodoff reflects on his experience as a six-year-old Attuan boy who was taken prisoner by the Japanese in World War II.

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  Aleutian Voices: S.S. Northwestern

  From 1889 to 1944, the S. S. Northwestern saw much of Alaska. Read about this ship and its travels in this book.

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  Aleutian Voices: Forced to Leave

  On July 18, 1942, the Unangax̂ were told they had twenty-four hours to leave their homes. Learn about their forced evacuation in this book.

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  WWII Aircraft of the Aleutians

  Numerous planes were flown in the Aleutian Theater. Explore these incredible machines and more in this fascinating publication.

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  Attu: The Forgotten Battle

  The Battle of Attu was a turning point in the Aleutian Theater. Learn all about Attu and its WWII history in this book.