Sitka National Historical Park, AK

Pole carved by Tlingit Tommy Joseph in 1999 to commemorate Chief K'aylaan, leader of the Tlingits, in the Tlingit/Russian battle of 1804. The pole is located on the site of the battleground where the last major Native resistance to Russian dominance took place. The black raven's head at the bottom of the pole represents the helmet worn by the chief in that battle.

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Pole carved by Tlingit Tommy Joseph in 1999 to commemorate Chief K'aylaan, leader of the Tlingits, in the Tlingit/Russian battle of 1804. The pole is located on the site of the battleground where the last major Native resistance to Russian dominance took place. The black raven's head at the bottom of the pole represents the helmet worn by the chief in that battle.

Imported 120415 Sitka Totems