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Fort Wrangell, Alaska, USA, c1900. Creator: Unknown
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Fort Wrangell, Alaska, USA, c1900. Creator: Unknown
Fort Wrangell, Alaska, USA, c1900. Tlingit wooden carving on the shore of Wrangell Island. Fort Wrangell was established in 1868 aafter the US purchase of Alaska from Russia. The Fort was used in suppressing the illicit liquor trade with the local Indians. A Stikine (regional group of the Tlingit people) was hanged in the first application of the death penalty in Alaska under US rule, following the Wrangell Bombardment, a two-day bombardment of the Stikine village. From Scenic Marvels of the New World edited by Prof. Geo.R. Cromwell. [C.N.Greig & Co. c1900]
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Fort Wrangell - A Glimpse into Alaska's Complex History
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. This print takes us back to the early 1900s, showcasing Fort Wrangell in Alaska, USA. The creator of this powerful image remains unknown, but its historical significance is undeniable. Nestled on the shore of Wrangell Island, Fort Wrangell was established in 1868 after the United States purchased Alaska from Russia. This colonial outpost played a pivotal role in suppressing the illicit liquor trade with local Indigenous communities. Tragically, it also witnessed a dark chapter when a Stikine - part of the Tlingit people - became the first person to be hanged under US rule in Alaska. The wooden carving featured prominently in this photograph represents an exquisite piece of Tlingit artistry. It stands as a testament to Native American culture and resilience against invasion and colonization. Captured from "Scenic Marvels of the New World" edited by Professor George R. Cromwell, this monochrome image evokes both awe for Alaska's breathtaking landscape and contemplation about its complex history. As we gaze upon this print today, let us reflect on how far we have come since those tumultuous times while acknowledging that there is still much work to be done towards understanding and respecting indigenous cultures. With every detail preserved within these lines etched onto paper by C. N. Greig & Co. , we are reminded that photographs can serve as windows into our past – guiding us towards a more inclusive future where all voices are heard and celebrated.
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