Chief David Spintlum (Cexpe’nthlEm)
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Cexpe’nthlEm (known as Spintlum to Europeans), was the greatest chief of the Thompson First Nations Peoples, in recent times.
Waymark Code: WM6Z2B
Location: British Columbia, Canada
Date Posted: 08/08/2009
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This waymark takes you to the gravesite memorial for Chief David Spintlum (Cexpe’nthlEm). The memorial was originally placed directly on the ground, but at some point has been placed atop of a concrete base. It is located behind the Parish Hall, in Lytton, BC. There are reports of other graves beside his, but they are unknown. Please be respectful of this fact, and photograph from outside the grass area. The precise dates of birth and death are unknown, only the years are.
Description:
One of the most influential people to help shape the Canadian province of British Columbia. Cexpe’nthlEm was the First Nations Chief who negotiated peace, and stopped the progression of an impending war, during the Fraser Canyon Gold Rush era. DVD's of the documentary film illustrating this piece of history, are available from the Lytton Visitor Info Booth, for purchase.
The bridge crossing the Thompson river in Lytton, BC was recently renamed for Chief David Spintlum. Our Premier at the time, had this to say:
“In renaming this bridge, we pay tribute to an important First Nations leader, respected by Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal peoples alike; someone whose wisdom and good counsel helped shape our province,” -- Premier Campbell. Full Article
Sources and Further reading:
Museum Archive Article - Page 5
Canyon War Wiki
Gov. BC News Release
Canyon War Documentary Film
Date of birth: 01/01/1812
Date of death: 01/01/1887
Area of notoriety: Politics
Marker Type: Monument
Setting: Outdoor
Visiting Hours/Restrictions: Please, try to avoid entering the grass area. Photograph from outside it.
Fee required?: No
Web site: [Web Link]
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