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26 minPGdocumentary

Synopsis

Dawn Murphy, known as “Princess Delta Dawn,” became the first Indigenous woman wrestler to compete in Japan during the 1980s and early 1990s.

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Why Watch

  • Meet Dawn Murphy, a pioneering Indigenous wrestler.
  • See her compete in Japan, a first for Canadian women.
  • Follow her rise to fame in the 1980s and 1990s.

Did You Know

  • Dawn Murphy became the first Indigenous woman wrestler in the 1980s.
  • She was the first Canadian woman wrestler to compete in Japan.
  • The documentary is 26 minutes long.

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Indigenous women's historyProfessional wrestling fansCanadian sports culture
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Frequently Asked Questions

Who is Princess Delta Dawn?

Princess Delta Dawn is Dawn Murphy, who became the first Indigenous woman wrestler and the first Canadian woman wrestler to compete in Japan.

When did Princess Delta Dawn rise to fame?

Princess Delta Dawn rose to fame in the 1980s and early 1990s.

What is the duration of the documentary Delta Dawn?

The documentary Delta Dawn has a duration of 26 minutes.

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