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The item is a reel of documentary film. A special totem pole is created as a gift to Queen Elizabeth on the occasion of B.C.'s centennial. Shows the selection and cutting of the tree on the Queen Charlotte Islands, the carving operation at Thunderbird Park, and the presentation of the finished pole to Queen Elizabeth in London. The pole was designed and executed by Kwakiutl carver Mungo Martin.

The item is a print of newsreel which shows the totem pole carved by Kwakiutl Chief Mungo Martin as BC's centennial gift to Queen Elizabeth. Footage includes ceremony on lawn of BC Legislature, First Nations dancing, inspection of prone totem pole and shots of pole being transported to ship.