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Whittier, Alaska Named World War II Heritage City
Whittier, Alaska has been designated a World War II Heritage City, formally recognizing the small town's wartime role. Whittier was developed by the US military during the war as a strategic port and supply base near Anchorage, and its harbor and remaining military structures still reflect that history. The designation highlights ongoing efforts to preserve and commemorate communities with significant World War II heritage across the United States.
Why now: The new federal heritage designation honoring the town's wartime history was just announced.
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- Whittier, Alaska Named World War II Heritage City · Mirage News
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