Rogers-Post Site, Archaeological site near Utqiaġvik, Alaska
The Rogers-Post Site features two concrete monuments overlooking a lagoon where a fatal aircraft accident occurred on August 15, 1935.
Will Rogers and Wiley Post perished at this location when their aircraft crashed shortly after takeoff due to engine failure in foggy conditions.
The site commemorates Will Rogers, a national commentator and humorist, along with Wiley Post, an accomplished pilot who held multiple aviation records.
Visitors can reach the memorial site via road from Utqiaġvik, though winter conditions and coastal weather patterns affect accessibility throughout the year.
The original monument contains granite from Oklahoma and received nationwide attention through simultaneous radio broadcasts during its dedication ceremony.
Location: Alaska
GPS coordinates: 71.15560,-157.04900
Latest update: May 18, 2025 17:32
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