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Book Condition: Used Near Fine
Seller: CraigsClassics

United States
About Item: This is a great condition copy of "ALASKA ~ 1899 ~ Copper River Exploring Expedition" by W.R. Abercrombie. 1900; Government Printing Office; Washington D.C. The book is profusely illustrated with dozens of black & white photographs and a large fold-out map of the "Trans-Alaskan Military Road" at the back. The book is a report of the "construction work on the trans-Alaskan military road and explorations in the Chettyna Valley during the season of 1899, which embraces the operations of the expedition under the command of Captain Abercrombie."Here are a few examples of the contents (please see the photos for the complete list): Selection of skilled men for trail crew; How the expedition was outfitted; The dreaded scourge of scurvy; A thrilling description of a 'glacial demon' by a crazed Swede; The hospitality of Alaskan Indians illustrated; How destitute miners and prospectors were relieved; How the liquor traffic was throttled at Valdez; Establishment of an American postal service; Animals best adapted… Read More
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