Identity elements
Reference code
SIE 5-214
Name and location of repository
Level of description
Title
History of the Scandinavian Settlement of Alaska
Date(s)
- 1728-1925 (Creation)
Extent
Content and structure elements
Scope and content
History of the discovery of Alaska by Scandinavians and the trades and population thereafter. One 24 page document without title, author, and date. The history of Alaska after it was discovered by Scandinavians, especially noted are the mineral, fur, fishery industries, and other trades largely contributing to the economic value of Alaska. Also notes the population of the country and the division of the land into districts. The document contains information about the different settlements in Alaska, and how they are populated. The end of the document lists train stations, post offices, and towns.