Billy Two Rivers - Chiefs and Champions
Chiefs and Champions: Complete Series
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23m
(2007, 24 minutes)
Mohawk wrestler Billy Two Rivers (1935-2023) became famous internationally in the 1960's then parlayed his experience into the political arena. Elected to the Mohawk Council of Kahnawake, as community leader he often shared his experience and his wisdom. He was a senior policy and political advisor to the National Chief of the Assembly of First Nations and also served in a capacity as Elder for Aboriginal youth, instilling pride and responsibility in his community.
Also, featured in 24 minute episodes are:
Chief Roger Adolph
Ross Powless
Alwyn Morris
Waneek Horn-Miller
Fred Sasakamoose
Tom Longboat
Darren Zack
Angela Chalmers
Richard Peter
Sharon and Shirley Firth
Gino Odjick
The episodes are hosted by Tom Jackson.
Director: Doug Cuthand
Producers: Big Red Barn Entertainment, Sheliagh Cahill, Annie Frazier Henry, Ken Malenstyn
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