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U.S. physicians descend on Alaska after military occupation.

Date: 1884

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After the invasion, U.S. physicians identify Alaska Native health problems, such as tuberculosis and alcohol consumption, while the federal government gives no financial support to address these concerns. Instead, support is given for the "Christianization" of Alaska, and the discouraging of traditional cultural practices.