Totems

This film traces the origin of totems of the aboriginal Indians of the coastal area stretching from Seattle northwestward along British Columbia and Alaska. It defines the function of totems as a combination of art and literature. It includes views of totem poles, blankets, rattles, screens, etc., and explains their significance. Totem dances are also demonstrated.
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This film traces the origin of totems of the aboriginal Indians of the coastal area stretching from Seattle northwestward along British Columbia and Alaska. It defines the function of totems as a combination of art and literature. It includes views of totem poles, blankets, rattles, screens, etc., and explains their significance. Totem dances are also demonstrated.

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