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Alaska Team Uncovers Racial Injustices in 1908 Shipwreck

2/12/2025

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A dedicated team in Alaska is diving into the haunting 1908 shipwreck of the Star of Bengal, where over 100 lives were lost, mainly Asian cannery workers. Researchers Gig Decker and Jenya Anichtchenko are determined to shed light on the racial injustices tied to this tragedy, honoring the vital role Asian immigrants played in Alaska's fishing legacy.

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A dedicated team in Alaska is diving into the haunting 1908 shipwreck of the Star of Bengal, where over 100 lives were lost, mainly Asian cannery workers. Researchers Gig Decker and Jenya Anichtchenko are determined to shed light on the racial injustices tied to this tragedy, honoring the vital role Asian immigrants played in Alaska's fishing legacy.