Guess Who's Older than We Are?

Last year Alaska had a big celebration. Why? They turned 50 as a state!

Apparently there were a bunch of events, and some of the cruise lines even had special programs commemorating the 50 years of statehood.












Here's a look at some of the equally exciting times when Alaska was voted in as the 49th state.





















































Here is a short video (circa 1959) about the statehood.

http://www.videojug.com/film/49th-star-alaska-statehood-new-flag-official-5th-january-1959