Unofficial views: Bob Ormbrek
Sergeant Bob Ormbrek (in sweater)... (view more details)
Sergeant Bob Ormbrek (in sweater)
Bob Ormbrek was a soldier in the U.S. Army, 18th Engineers, Company E, constructing the Alaska Highway between Whitehorse and White River from April to December 1942. He was then reassigned to Kodiak Island and Shemya Island in Alaska. Mr. Ormbrek donated his collection of 140 photographs to Yukon Archives in 1990 and 1991. The following are examples from Mr. Ormbrek’s collection, which include many views of construction activity and camp life.
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Soldier’s Summit
From left to right: Private Merriam, Private Walker and Private Schneider stand outside a tent. Private Merriam holds a sign that reads "Soldier’s Summit", the spot next to Kluane Lake where the Alaska Highway was officially dedicated on November 20, 1942. ca. 1942-1943.
Yukon Archives. Bob Ormbrek fonds, 90/52 #76, PHO 406

Bob Ormbrek

U.S. Army 18th Engineers building Slim’s River BridgeTwo soldiers drilling a hole in a timber bridge.A timber bridge being built.Bulldozers excavating a ditch. ca. 1942.Truck convoy traveling over plankingChopping wood keeps you warm in the winter.Soldier’s SummitSawing woodSoldiers waiting for a celebration put on by the U.S.D-8 bulldozer stuck in Alaska Highway mudWhat to do when your truck breaks down at -40 or -50 degrees Fahrenheit?soldiers linger around a truck convoy Shemya Island. August 1944.
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