This archive report was first published on 22 May 2020.
On March 27, 1964, a devastating earthquake struck Alaska, causing widespread destruction and loss of life. The 9.2 magnitude quake, known as the Great Alaska Earthquake, was one of the most powerful in U.S. history.
Among those who witnessed the disaster was Genie Chance, a young woman who documented the event through her photographs and writings. Her work provides a unique perspective on the disaster and its aftermath.
Special thanks to the Genie Chance papers, Archives and Special Collections, Consortium Library, University of Alaska Anchorage for their assistance on this episode.
The team behind 'The Daily' includes Theo Balcomb, Andy Mills, Lisa Tobin, Rachel Quester, and many others who contributed to this episode. Our theme music is by Jim Brunberg and Ben Landsverk of Wonderly.
