In 1820 the name of the towering Blue Mountain Tolt in central Newfoundland was changed to honour a celebrated Beothuk killer. John Peyton Jr. is buried on Exploits Island in the same grave as his father, John Peyton Sr., who was also celebrated as a Beothuk killer. Gerry Squires designed the Spirit of the Beothuk statue, in collaboration with sculptor Luben Boykov. (Ken Pittman)It is time to honour the history of the Beothuk and cleanse the landscape of John Peyton's name. Who Will Sing For Me?, Roger Bill's documentary about the making of the Spirit of the Beothuk statue, is a work-in-progress.

Source: CBC News July 04, 2020 11:30 UTC