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UA 437.04.010 Typical burraburra

<p>UA 437.04.010 A Typical &quot;burraburra&quot; or underground dwelling used by the Aleuts. The man is Mike Hodikoff, Chief of Attu Village. In recent years the white traders have built frame houses in the islands and the &quot;burraburras&quot; are to some extent being abandodned; but they are easier to heat and safe from violent winds, and many families still prefer them.</p>
Title: UA 437.04.010 A Typical "burraburra"
Catalog #: UA 437.04.010
Donor: Unknown Donor
Copyright Owner: Naval History and Heritage Command
Original Medium: Black and White Photograph
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