Heritage Minutes: Tom Longboat

Overview

This Heritage Minute follows the life of Onondaga long-distance runner Gagwe:gih, whose name means “Everything.” Known around the world as Tom Longboat, he was one of the most celebrated athletes of the early 20th century.

Cast

Joshua Odjick

Adult Tom Longboat

Sladen Peltier

Young Tom Longboat

Gary Farmer

Tom Longboat (voice)

Cindy Martin

Narrator

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