Léo Major - One Man Army

Overview

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.