Late 1960s Alaska mosquito postcard. Back notes this specimen was "shot in the spring thaw of 1967." Sender wrote, "made a mistake for not bring his saddle along, they are big enough to ride." #alaskahistory #alaskastatebird #Alaska

1956 Army's Pocket Guide to Alaska mosquito illustration. This guide was given to north-bound soldiers. #alaskahistory #alaska #alaskastatebird

Late 1960s Alaska #mosquito postcard. Back notes this specimen was "shot in the spring thaw of 1967." Sender wrote, "made a mistake for not bring his saddle along, they are big enough to ride." #alaskahistory #mosquitoes #alaskastatebird #Alaska