Alice Qannik Glenn’s Interview with Barbara Shangin

This interview, generously funded by the Rasmuson Foundation and conducted by Alice Qannik Glenn of Coffee & Quaq, delves into Barbara’s exploration of her family’s WWII internment story.

Originally from Atka, Barbara’s family was displaced to Angoon during the war. In 2022, Barbara traveled to Angoon to interview community members, uncovering pieces of her family’s history and reconnecting with a vital chapter of Alaska’s past. This powerful conversation highlights resilience, the importance of storytelling, and the ongoing journey to preserve and understand the histories of displaced Alaska Native communities.