Forgotten Warriors
This documentary introduces us to thousands of Indigenous Canadians who enlisted and fought alongside their countrymen and women during World War II, even though they could not be conscripted. Ironically, while they fought for the freedom of others, they were being denied equality in their own country and returned home to find their land seized.
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Forgotten Warriors
- Overview
- Cast
- Crew
Status
Released
Release Date
Jan 1, 1997
Runtime
0h 51m
Genres
Documentary
Original Title
Forgotten Warriors
Production Companies
ONF | NFB
Director
Loretta Todd
Description
This documentary introduces us to thousands of Indigenous Canadians who enlisted and fought alongside their countrymen and women during World War II, even though they could not be conscripted. Ironically, while they fought for the freedom of others, they were being denied equality in their own country and returned home to find their land seized.
