In 1899, amidst the chaos of the Klondike Gold Rush, a new minister arrived in Fort Wrangel to serve to a congregation split along racial lines. The Reverend H.P. Corser became an advocate for his Alaska Native congregation and challenged his superiors in the church. The conflict set Reverend Corser, and his congregation, on a path of exodus. See photos, read a transcript, and learn more at <a href= "https://www.wrangellhistoryunlocked.com/bombardment">https://www.wrangellhistoryunlocked.com/corser</a>

In 1899, amidst the chaos of the Klondike Gold Rush, a new minister arrived in Fort Wrangel to serve to a congregation split along racial lines. The Reverend H.P. Corser became an advocate for his Alaska Native congregation and challenged his superiors in the church. The conflict set Reverend Corser, and his congregation, on a path of exodus. See photos, read a transcript, and learn more at https://www.wrangellhistoryunlocked.com/corser

In 1899, amidst the chaos of the Klondike Gold Rush, a new minister arrived in Fort Wrangel to serve to a congregation split along racial lines. The Reverend H.P. Corser became an advocate for his Alaska Native congregation and challenged his superiors in the church. The conflict set Reverend Corser, and his congregation, on a path of exodus. See photos, read a transcript, and learn more at <a href="https://www.wrangellhistoryunlocked.com/bombardment" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://www.wrangellhistoryunlocked.com/corser</a>

Reverend Corser's Rebellion

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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