Herman of Alaska

Deceased Person

1756 – 1836

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Who was Herman of Alaska?

Saint Herman of Alaska was a Russian Orthodox monk and missionary to Alaska, which was then part of Russian America. His gentle approach and ascetic life earned him the love and respect of both the native Alaskans and the Russian colonists. He is considered by many Orthodox Christians as the patron saint of North America.

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Born
1756
Serpukhov
Lived in
  • Alaska
Died
Nov 15, 1836
Spruce Island

Submitted
on July 23, 2013

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