“It’s important to let them know who you are, where you are from, your language.
When you get older you will see how important it is.
Our history.”
– Nancy Walunga
Nancy Walunga was born outside of Gambell, on St. Lawrence Island, in 1928. The 85-year-old elder tells her story in English and Siberian Yupik in this unique two-part series.
Episode 1: Survival
Episode 2: Family