Léo Major - One Man Army

Canadian Corporal Léo Major (1921-2008) took on a leading role in the liberation of Zwolle during the night of 13 to 14 April 1945. He was almost independently responsible for the withdrawal of an German occupier. This short film contains interviews with family members, war historian Joël Stoppels and residents of Zwolle, including former mayor Henk Jan Meijer. In addition, historical events filmed in Zwolle and Calgary are re-enacted.

Format
Movie
Episodes
1
Episode Duration
17 mins
Status
Finished
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Details

Type
Movie
Format
Movie
Episodes
1
Episode Duration
17 mins
Status
Finished
Start Date
Apr 14, 2025
Season
2025
Ratings
0
Popularity
0
Favorites
0
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0
Genres
Documentary, War

Description

Canadian Corporal Léo Major (1921-2008) took on a leading role in the liberation of Zwolle during the night of 13 to 14 April 1945. He was almost independently responsible for the withdrawal of an German occupier. This short film contains interviews with family members, war historian Joël Stoppels and residents of Zwolle, including former mayor Henk Jan Meijer. In addition, historical events filmed in Zwolle and Calgary are re-enacted.

Immersion

Japanese

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