Alexander Galt: The Stubborn Idealist
1962
27 min
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For Alexander Galt it was the middle of the road, until he saw some hope for his dream of a united Canada. What was he like, this stubborn idealist? How did he measure up to other political strongmen of his time? In this film you sense the personal clashes and the interplay of political ambitions that left their mark on history.
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The History Makers1961 3 editionsFrom the most intrepid explorers to the fathers of Confederation, this series of 17 half-hour episodes tells the compelling early history of our great country.
Details
For Alexander Galt it was the middle of the road, until he saw some hope for his dream of a united Canada. What was he like, this stubborn idealist? How did he measure up to other political strongmen of his time? In this film you sense the personal clashes and the interplay of political ambitions that left their mark on history.
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directorJulian Biggs
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producerJulian Biggs
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executive producerGuy Glover
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scriptCharles E. Israel
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photographyRobert Humble
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soundLeo O'Donnell
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sound editingKarl Duplessis
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musicJoan Edward
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castRobert ChristieBruno GerussiPaul HébertRoger MarshallJohn Vernon
Education
Ages 13 to 16
Study Guide - Guide 1
Civics/Citizenship - Federal/Provincial Government
History - Canadian Confederation
History and Citizenship Education - Canadian Federation (1850-1929)
Social Studies - Canadian Politics and Government
This film provides an excellent introduction to Canadian politics. Through this short historical re-enactment, students will gain insight into the background of Confederation and its main protagonists. After the film, students can be asked to do research on those key figures. It can also be interesting to highlight the differences between debates in the House of Commons back then and today.
