On March 127, 1975, construction began on the Trans-Alaska Pipeline [1]; spanning 800 miles (1,300 km), the oil pipeline cost $8 billion. It was completed in 1977.
Today is also the anniversary of Tennirife airliner collision disaster, in 1977.
And March 27th is the birthday of the late Robert W. Ford [2] (born 1923, died 20 September 2013). He was an amazing man who had a remarkable life. His book, Wind Between The Worlds [3] (an account of experiences in Tibet, captivity by the communist Chinese, and his fight against brainwashing), is highly recommended. It is available for free download.
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Today’s feature article was written by our Field Gear Editor Emeritus, Pat Cascio. Pat has been in poor health in recent months, so please keep him in your prayers.