Chiefs and Champions: Billy Two Rivers

Chiefs and Champions: Billy Two Rivers

(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.
Athletes featured in the series:
Ross Powless
Alwyn Morris
Waneek Horn-Miller
Fred Sasakamoose
Tom Longboat
Darren Zack
Billy Two Rivers
Angela Chalmers
Richard Peter
Sharon and Shirley Firth
Gino Odjick

Complete series or singular episodes available.

Hosted by Tom Jackson.
Director: Annie Frazier Henry
Producers: Big Red Barn Entertainment, Sheliagh Cahill, Annie Frazier Henry, Ken Malenstyn

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Chiefs and Champions: Billy Two Rivers
  • Billy Two Rivers - Chiefs and Champions

    (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 ...

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