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

Lost Villages of the Eastern Aleutians

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

World War II Aleut Relocation Camps

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

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.

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.

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.

WWII Aircraft of the Aleutians

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

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.