Produced through NSI IndigiDocs | Documentary, 13:22, English, BC, 2016
Synopsis
Cree Code Talker reveals the role of Canadian Cree code talker Charles ‘Checker’ Tomkins during the Second World War. Digging deep into the US archives it depicts the true story of Charles’ involvement with the US Air Force and the development of the code talkers communication system, which was used to transmit crucial military communications, using the Cree language as a vital secret weapon in combat.
Creative team
Director: Alex Lazarowich
Producer: Cowboy Smithx