Anchorage

Anchorage was established in 1914 as a railroad construction port for the Alaska Railroad, which was built between 1915 and 1923. Ship Creek Landing, where the railroad headquarters was located, quickly became a tent city; Anchorage was incorporated on November 23, 1920. The city's economy in the 1920s centered around the railroad. Between the 1930s and the 1950s, the city experienced massive growth as air transportation and the military became increasingly important. Merrill Field opened in 1930, and Anchorage International Airport opened in 1951. Elmendorf Air Force Base and Fort Richardson were constructed in the 1940s.
The Good Friday or "Great Alaska" Earthquake on March 27, 1964. View of Fourth Avenue

On March 27, 1964, Anchorage was hit by the moment magnitude 9.2 Good Friday Earthquake, which killed 115 Alaskans and caused $1.8 billion in damage (2007 U.S. dollars). The earth-shaking event lasted nearly five minutes; most structures that failed remained intact the first few minutes, then failed with repeated flexing. Rebuilding dominated the city in the mid 1960s.

In 1968, oil was discovered in Prudhoe Bay, and the resulting oil boom spurred further growth in Anchorage. In 1975, Anchorage merged with Eagle River, Girdwood, Glen Alps, and several other communities. The merger expanded the city, known officially as the Municipality of Anchorage. The city continued to grow in the 1980s, and capital projects and an aggressive beautification campaign took place.

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Sportman's Fishing Alaska2012-11-19
Located in Anchorage, Anchorage, Alaska, United States
Sportman's Fishing Alaska in Anchorage, Lake Hood sea plane base will fly you out to remote fishing destinations for excellent fishing adventures in pristine waters and unlimited fishing. Enjoy staying at a fully furnished base camp, with guided and fly out options, or stay in remote fishing lodges available throughout south central Alaska. Fishing day trips are available guided or unguided with departures from Anchorage to great salmon and or trout fishing destinations. Fishing float trips include a journey down a river on inflatable rafts, that will ensure an adventure beyond with camping riverside at night, it's all here and a memorable fishing Alaska trip is guaranteed.READ MORE
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Rust's Flying Service2012-05-16
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Westmark Hotel in Anchorage, Alaska, has the perfect downtown location and offers visitors Alaska accommodation that is both sophisticated and convenient. Guest rooms all have private balconies with awesome views of the surrounding Chugach Mountains and Cook inlet, and rooms are equipped with tv, tea and coffee making facilities and en suite bathrooms. To add to the comfort and charm of our Alaska accommodation, the rooms are decorated in white linens, dark wood furnishing, silver fixtures and occasional splashes of colour. The Solstice Bar and Grill serves fresh Alaskan seafood, steaks and salads, and is a popular spot where visitors can relax and enjoy a drink after a good workout in our on-site fitness center. Westmark Hotel has the perfect Alaska accommodation as well as banquet and meeting rooms. READ MORE
Angler's Paradise Lodges2012-12-27
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Expeditions Alaska Coastal Brown Bear Photo Tour2012-11-19
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Expeditions Alaska Coastal Brown Bear Photo Tour based in Anchorage invites you on an awesome Alaska bear viewing experience to view and photograph the grizzlies or Alaska brown bears, supported by an excellent charter boat, the Coastal Explorer. This fascinating tour includes 6 nights on the boat, 5 days of photographing the bears, food and accommodations, and a whole lot more. With the charter boat you get to explore the Katmai National Park, Geographic Harbor, Hallo Bay, Kukak Bay and more, and all destinations are ideal for that perfect photo opportunity with rugged mountains and snow capped peaks as your backdrop. Bears are in this Alaskan peninsula in sheer numbers and especially early in the season, when they're really hungry, it's the best time to catch them by camera.READ MORE
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Regal Air Alaska Bear Viewing Tours offers incredible flightseeing tours out of Anchorage to some of the best bear viewing locations for the ultimate bear watching adventure. Home to plenty of brown or grizzly bears and black bears, these bear viewing shore excursions by Regal Air Alaska Bear Viewing Tours offer safe and astounding journeys into their habitat by foot, ATV and half day and full day tours are available. Ideal for nature lovers, photographers, tourists and lifelong Alaskans, these bear viewing excursions promise to astound and delight as they catch salmon, frolic with their cubs and play in the meadows and even dig for clams on the beaches of Cook Inlet. This bear viewing tour promises to be the highlight of your tour with Regal Air Alaska Bear Viewing Tours.READ MORE
The Hotel Captain Cook2013-04-06
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The Hotel Captain Cook in Anchorage, Alaska, offers visitors a wide choice of luxury Alaska accommodation with stunning views, as well as meeting and conference rooms ideal for business meetings. Guests will appreciate our excellent service and meticulous attention to the finest detail, and will especially enjoy being greeted and welcomed by our top-hatted doormen. Guests to The Hotel Captain Cook have free access to our athletic club that offers services which include massages, an indoor pool and separate men and women's gym. We have different dining options which serve French/American cuisine and Alaskan meals. The Hotel Captain Cook is the ideal venue for weddings, and with our excellent service and delightful cuisine, your special day will be a memorable one, and our luxury Alaska accommodation will ensure you have a fantastic, enjoyable honeymoon. READ MORE
Regal Air2012-05-22
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Regal Air based in Anchorage offers flightseeing tours of a lifetime, where you can experience the true Alaska. The best way to view the magnificent wilderness, scenic areas, glaciers and volcanoes is to take to the skies. Regal Air offers the complete Alaskan experience with bear viewing, fishing, and river rafting as well as Alaska National Park Eco Trekking, Alaska Iditarod Tours, Alaska shore excursions and more. Regal Air offers an air taxi and air charter service with a safe and diverse fleet including float planes and knowledgeable pilots. Flights are also ideal for business including logistics and planning involved in flights to remote areas, plus they have expanded their operations to include participation in aerial surveys of Alaska.READ MORE
Brightwater Alaska Inc.2013-03-22
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Trail Ridge Air2013-03-25
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Branch River Air Service2013-03-22
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