Between 1940 and 1944, American officials proposed evacuating Finnish citizens to Alaska due to fears of a Soviet invasion.
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Between 1940 and 1944, American officials proposed evacuating Finnish citizens to Alaska due to fears of a Soviet invasion.
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Synopsis
In 1940, as World War II intensified, American officials considered evacuating Finnish citizens to Alaska due to fears of a Soviet invasion. Operation Alaska presents these little-known plans from 1940 to 1944. The film features interviews with historians and uses archival footage to illustrate the geopolitical tensions of the time. It also discusses the cultural impact of relocating Finns and the potential effects on Alaskan communities. Directed by Anna-Reeta Eksymä, the documentary runs for 65 minutes.
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Why Watch
- Meet historians discussing WWII evacuation plans.
- Find out about Finnish citizens' potential move to Alaska.
- See archival footage from the 1940s.
Did You Know
- The evacuation plans for Finnish citizens were proposed between 1940 and 1944.
- Operation Alaska has a runtime of 65 minutes.
- The film was directed by Anna-Reeta Eksymä.
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What years did the evacuation plans for Finnish citizens to Alaska take place?
The evacuation plans were proposed between 1940 and 1944.
Who directed the documentary Operation Alaska?
Operation Alaska was directed by Anna-Reeta Eksymä.
What is the duration of the documentary Operation Alaska?
The documentary has a duration of 65 minutes.
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