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What famous dog helped bring medicine to Alaska during an out break of diphtheria?
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Is balto real?
Yes, Balto was a real sled dog that helped deliver diphtheria antitoxin to Nome, Alaska in 1925 during a diphtheria outbreak. Balto and his team ran the final leg of the journey and became famous for their heroic efforts.
What famous dog helped the people of Nome during the diphtheria epidemic?
Balto, a Siberian husky
What year did diphtheria break out in Nome?
The famous diphtheria outbreak of 1925 in Nome, Alaska captured the nation's attention when the life-saving antitoxin was rushed to the remote town overland by dog-sled. It was dubbed the "great Race of Mercy" and was the inspiration for the Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race held each March since 1973.
Who was Balto and why was he famous?
Balto (1919 - March 14, 1933) was a Siberian Husky sled dog who led his team on the final leg of the 1925 serum run to Nome, in which diphtheria antitoxin was transported from Anchorage, Alaska, to Nenana, Alaska, by train and then to Nome by dog sled to combat an outbreak of the disease .
Were there any famous wars in Alaska?
No, there were no battles fought in Alaska during the US Civil War.
What states are famous in Alaska?
Alaska IS a state so there are no states in Alaska.
Is there any famous people from Alaska?
yes, there are famous people from Alaska like Sarah Palin!
What are some famous monuments in Alaska?
Cape Krusenstern, Tongass and Misty Fjords are some of the famous monuments in Alaska.
What to do if you catch the black death?
See a doctor, medicine is much more advanced than it was during the more famous outbreak
What was Robert most famous for?
he was most famous for medicine
Where is Balto the famous sled dog?
Alaska. Nome Alaska to be more exact/precise.
What did William seward do?
One thing for which he is famous is negotiating the purchase of Alaska.
