THROUGH SHOEPAC'S LENS: Alaska's Constitutional Convention as Photographed by Delegate Leonard King, 1955-56.

This article focuses on Leonard H. "Shoepac" King, a delegate to Alaska's 1955–56 Constitutional Convention, highlighting his contributions and a recently rediscovered collection of candid photographs he took during the convention. King, a longtime Alaskan resident and community leader from Haines, served on key committees related to natural resources and direct legislation, drawing on his extensive experience as a logger, miner, and guide. Though less vocal than some delegates, King advocated for constitutional provisions on fish and game management and played a role in securing artwork for the convention hall. The article situates King's legacy within the broader historical context of Alaska's statehood movement and notes that his photographic album, now preserved at the University of Alaska Anchorage, offers unique visual insights into the daily life and work of the convention delegates.