FRONTLINE  Alaska Gold Preview

On July 26, FRONTLINE examines the battle for fishing rights and mining wealth in Alaska. Details

 

Program: FRONTLINE

Episode: Alaska Gold Preview

The Bristol Bay region of southwest Alaska is home to the last great wild Sockeye salmon fishery in the world. It’s also home to enormous mineral deposits estimated to be worth over $300 billion. In “Alaska Gold,” airing July 24, FRONTLINE probes the battle between those whose livelihood depends on the extraordinary fishing and foreign mining companies.

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Duration: (0:30)
Premiere Date: 07/26/2012
Episode Expires: Never
TV Rating: NR

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