Tommy Prince (Brokenhead First Nation)

Tommy Prince was a decorated First Nations soldier.^[1]

In Anishinabek News

Home community: Brokenhead First Nation^[2]
April 2020: He was a member of an elite military unit known as the Devil's Brigade during the Second World War and also served in the Korean War. Upon returning from service, he was unable to vote or access veteran benefits unless he assimilated. He attended a residential school where he served as an army cadet before volunteering for the Canadian Army. He rescued a man from drowning after receiving an honourable discharge from the military.^[2]
May 2021: He was mentioned as a prominent veteran whose image was suggested for the Canadian five-dollar bill. The article refers to this person as deceased (no date of death is given).^[3]
November 2022: Born on St. Peter's Reserve, he was a member of the Brokenhead Ojibway Nation and served in both the Second World War and the Korean War. He received 11 medals for his military service, including the Military Medal and the Silver Star, and was known for his skills in marksmanship, stealth, and tracking. As an activist, he served as vice-president of the Manitoba Indian Association and campaigned for the abolition of the Indian Act.^[4]
October 2024: Tommy Prince is recognized as one of the most decorated First Nations soldiers in Canada. The article refers to this person as deceased (no date of death is given).^[1]