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“The beauty of the trees, the softness of the air, the fragrance of the grass, they speak to me. The summit of the mountain, the thunder of the sky, the rhythm of the sea, speaks to me. The faintness of the stars, the freshness of the morning, the dewdrop on the flower, speaks to me. The strength of the fire, the taste of the salmon, the trail of the sun, and the life that never goes away, they speak to me. And my heart soars.”

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Chief Dan George
Chief Dan George

Chief Dan George, born Daniel George, was a Canadian Indigenous author, actor, and activist. He was born on July 24, 1899, and passed away on September 23, 1981. George is renowned for his contributions to literature and film, particularly for his profound insights and advocacy for Indigenous culture. more

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