<p>In our first episode, we look at the life of William King Lear (1832 - 1915). He is best known as the man who owned Fort Wrangel during a gold rush. He defended his claim to own Fort Wrangel for decades, during which time he shaped the Wrangell we know today.</p> <p>See photos, read a transcript, and learn more at https://www.wrangellhistoryunlocked.com/king-lear</p>

In our first episode, we look at the life of William King Lear (1832 - 1915). He is best known as the man who owned Fort Wrangel during a gold rush. He defended his claim to own Fort Wrangel for decades, during which time he shaped the Wrangell we know today. See photos, read a transcript, and learn more at https://www.wrangellhistoryunlocked.com/king-lear

King Lear of Wrangell

Each episode, we dive into the history of Wrangell, Alaska. One of Alaska's earliest settlements, Wrangell plays an important role in Alaska Native history and the development of the state of Alaska. Drawing on information from the historical record, we piece together long-lost stories from Wrangell's past.

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