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Tommy Douglas: Keeper of the Flame

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1986-01-010h 57m

Documentary

This feature documentary traces the political career of T.C. (Tommy) Douglas, former premier of Saskatchewan and leader of the New Democratic Party, who was voted the Greatest Canadian in 2004 for his devotion to social causes, his charm and his powers of persuasion. Known as the "Father of Medicare," this one-time champion boxer and fiery preacher entered politics in the 1930s and never looked back.

Directors
Elise Swerhone
Writters
Donald Brittain
Editors
Donald Brittain, Ian Rankin

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  1. Tommy Douglas

    Tommy Douglas

    Tommy Douglas

  2. Donald Brittain

    Donald Brittain

    Narrator

  3. Carlyle King

    Carlyle King

    Carlyle King

  4. Shirley Douglas

    Shirley Douglas

    Shirley Douglas

  5. Irma Douglas

    Irma Douglas

    Irma Douglas

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Original Language
English
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Keywords
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