On November 20, 1942, the Alaska-Canada Highway opened after just nine months of intense construction. In this episode, discover how thousands of engineers, soldiers, and civilians worked together through extreme weather and rugged wilderness to create a 1,500-mile lifeline connecting the United States and Alaska during World War II. Their unity and sacrifice turned a wartime necessity into a lasting symbol of cooperation and progress. This story reminds us to stay focused on the covenant path and avoid distractions as we move forward with purpose. The legacy of the Alaska Highway continues to inspire us in His Story today.
Read the full article here: https://familyschool.org/spotlight/alaska-highway-6
This episode was created using Notebook LM voice-overs and original research by Rosemary Pollock, historian and published author, who holds an MA in U.S. History and an MA in U.S. History with a focus on the History of Science and Medicine.
Produced by Isaac Okawa with American Heritage Worldwide.
