NPS Collage featuring Museum of the Aleutians Photos When World War II came to the Aleutians in the bombing of Dutch Harbor, many lives changed forever. While servicemen traveled to the Aleutians to increase military presence in the area, many Unangax̂ were forcibly removed from their homes -- some evacuated by the US government, others taken as prisoners by Japanese forces. Explore the articles below to learn more about the many people who played a role in this historic period. 
Unangax̂ History & Culture
Unangax̂ people have lived in the Aleutian Islands for 4,000 years, cultivating a rich culture built on community and subsistence. 
Unangax̂ Evacuation
During WWII, some Unangax̂ were forcibly relocated from their homes to "duration villages," where these communities struggled to survive. 
Attuans' WWII Experience
Residents of Attu, the westernmost Aleutian island, had an especially tragic wartime experience as prisoners of Japanese forces. 
Aleutian Servicemen
The pilots, sailors, and soldiers of the Aleutian Campaign went out into the treacherous Aleutian waters and skies. Discover their stories. 
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Last updated: October 4, 2024