What is the history behind the founding of Juneau, Alaska?

Juneau, the capital of Alaska, was founded during a gold rush in the late 19th century. Gold was discovered in the area in 1880, and a small mining camp was established, which eventually became the city of Juneau. The name of the city is in honor of gold prospector Joe Juneau, who along with Richard Harris, made the first discovery of gold in the area in 1880.

The town was officially founded in 1880, and it quickly grew into a major mining center. By 1900, Juneau had become the largest city in Alaska, and it remained the capital of the Territory of Alaska until Alaska became a state in 1959.