Trans Alaska Pipeline 48" pipeline

This is a cross section of several pipelines used in the past. The top 3" pipeline was used to pump gas and diesel from 1943 to 1947. The middle 8" section was used by the US Army from 1955 to 1971 and the 48" pipe is currently being used in the Trans Alaska pipeline.

Day 9 (July 6, 2008) I RODE THE ENTIRE ALASKAN HIGHWAY!

July 6th 2008
Hi gang, It seems like a shorter day today or maybe I am getting used to the routine...covered about 200 miles today after leaving Tok. I am currently staying for the next two days at Eielson Air Force Base near Fairbanks. Military members can stay at visitors quarters if available. Rate is $28 per night. Not bad when I have been paying up to $28 to pitch a tent at some of the campgrounds a ... read more

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Britain's American colonies broke with the mother country in 1776 and were recognized as the new nation of the United States of America following the Treaty of Paris in 1783. During the 19th and 20th centuries, 37 new states were added to the origina... ... read more

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