Peoples of the Skeena

Peoples of the Skeena (1949)

Released Documentary · 15 min

 

Peoples of the Skeena (1949)

Released Documentary · 15 min

 

This short film from 1949 introduces us to the Gitxsan and Tsimshian First Nations of northern British Columbia. These peoples of the Skeena River exist in two worlds. Ancient totem poles tower against the mountains and the forests, old graveyards reveal fragments of shared history, and traditional crafts are still practiced on the reserves. But in the school games, in a wedding complete with white veil and white rice, and... see more

This short film from 1949 introduces us to the Gitxsan and Tsimshian First Nations of northern British Columbia. These peoples of the Skeena River exist in two worlds. Ancient totem poles tower against the mountains and the forests, old graveyards reveal fragments of shared history, and traditional crafts are still practiced on the reserves. But in the school games, in a wedding complete with white veil and white rice, and... see more
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RUNTIME
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RELEASED
Dec 31, 1949
COUNTRY
US
LANGUAGE
EN
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