![]() ![]() Photo by Philip McLachlan/The Discourse A legendary chief Harold Joe stands on Quw’utsun Territory, looking out towards Mount Tzouhalem. Through films like “Tzouhalem,” both Harold and Leslie say they hope to empower Indigenous people to share their stories with domestic and international audiences. It’s a local production team that focuses on producing films, television and digital media projects that have “distinctive and authentic First Nations content.” Harold is the star of the film formed Orca Cove Media alongside Leslie. Tzouhalem’s story is both history and legend, says Leslie Bland, the film’s director. Tickets for upcoming screenings, March 11 through 19 in lək̓ʷəŋən territory (Victoria), Quw’utsun territory (Duncan) and xʷməθkʷəy̓əm, Sḵwx̱wú7mesh, and Sel̓íl̓witulh territories, (Vancouver) are available but selling fast. ![]() The film is called “Tzouhalem” and was recently screened for the first time in front of audiences on the Skwxwú7mesh (Squamish) and Lilwat7úl (Lil’wat) territories in Whistler and on Vancouver Island. Harold’s grandmother often told him stories about Tzouhalem’s tall nature and independence - traits Harold found within himself, too.ĭecades later, Harold has put this story on the big screen.Īn upcoming film - combining reenactments and interviews with Cowichan Tribes Elders and historians - tells the riveting story of Chief Tzouhalem, who lived amongst and led the Quw’utsun People during the mid-1800s. The story of the former Cowichan Tribes Chief was always close to him. Harold Joe (Xulputstun), a Cowichan Tribes actor, grew up comparing himself to the legendary Chief Tzouhalem. Ride a tram from Leipzig Central Station or drive here and leave the car at the monument’s on-site parking area.Harold Joe, actor and Cowichan Tribes member, is pictured in front of Mount Tzouhalem, the centerpiece of a new historical film that hit the big screen last month. The Monument to the Battle of the Nations is open daily throughout the year. Paintings, dioramas and informative displays shed light on the bloody conflict and its historical context. Learn more about the battle commemorated here in the Forum 1813 museum, which is below the monument. ![]() Climb the stairs to the top of the monument for panoramic views of Leipzig. Look up to see a dome encircled by mounted soldiers. Each of these statues are over 30 feet (9 meters) tall. On the next floor, four statues represent qualities, such as bravery and faith, that were associated with German people. Find the “Totenwächter,” sculptures who guard the dead. On the ground floor, eight fallen soldiers are carved out of stone. Step inside the temple to see further artworks representing death and freedom. Take a guided tour of the monument to learn more about its history. The great size of the structure was intended to symbolize the immensity of the conflict. A statue of the archangel Michael stands guard at the base. Wander around the exterior to take in all the artistic details. ![]() Remember all the wars that have been fought in Germany beneath the monument. The monument was intended as a form of commemoration, but following its construction different organizations have used it as symbols of their own political message. Over 600,000 troops from two European coalitions fought in one of the biggest battles ever seen on the continent before World War I. This spot is now the site of the monument, which was built 100 years after the battle. Stand where Napoleon surrendered during the Battle of Leipzig in 1813. The adjoining park is a peaceful place to walk and reflect. The mausoleum-like structure is 300-feet (91-meters) high and commemorates the defeat of Napoleon at the Battle of Leipzig. Gaze upward at the towering Monument of the Battle of the Nations (Völkerschlachtdenkmal) and contemplate the many wars that have been fought in Europe. One of the largest war monuments in Europe commemorates one of the biggest battles with a striking memorial temple that dominates the skyline of Leipzig. ![]()
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