The Wales Caper

Venture into an intriguing narrative of Alaska's vibrant history at the Wales Site, a National Historic Landmark, perched on the Seward Peninsula. Delve into the Kurigitavik Mound - a seemingly ordinary hill - and discover secrets dating back to the Birnirk and Thule periods, old school stories waiting to captivate you.

Step into the uncertain path of Cape Prince of Wales, and you're stepping into a grand play of times gone by. The Wales Site, our National Historic Landmark, has been standing tall ever since the 1920s. This quiet hump, affectionately known as the Kurigitavik Mound, tickled the interest of archaeologists, a 1962 find by the illustrious Canadian, Diamond Jenness. Journey through this relic, and unearthed arrowheads, walrus skulls, and barbed harpoons harmoniously weave a symphony of history, rich with layers upon layers, making the Wales Site a clandestine stage of Alaska's past, worth exploring throughout your grand Alaskan expedition.

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The Wales Caper: Alaska's Enchanting History Unfolding from the Kurigitavik Hill

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