Publisher's Synopsis
"In 1943, Emil Usibelli launched a new venture in the interior of Alaska to help meet the military's urgent demand for coal during World War II. The challenges they faced were formidable: sparse equipment, harsh mining conditions, primitive facilities, and uncertain contracts, just to name a few. The miners of Usibelli Coal Mine met these adverse circumstances with grit and gumption. Their stories bear much in common with the larger group of men and women who pioneered Alaska. Many of them arrived here penniless. They weren't afraid of hard work and long hours. They intuitively understood that success required perseverance. From humble beginnings, Usibelli Coal Mine grew into a stable and flourishing company that has contributed to the economic vitality of Alaska for many decades. Affordable energy is the backbone of any modern economy, and Usibelli Coal Mine is proud of its record in supplying economical energy to Alaskan homes and bus
