Travel to and from Alaska was dangerous prior to the Alcan Highway, aeroplanes, and general improvements in transportation safety. Storms and undiscovered reefs tore apart well-maintained ships commanded by seasoned sailors more than a century ago. Rushed boats and inexperienced sailors were more likely to perish throughout the experience. Others, like the tragic SS Oregon, should never have been permitted to circumnavigate Alaska, as reported by ADN.
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