A picture of Métis and First Nation prisoners.
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Louis Riel and the Red River RebellionLouis Riel’s first resistance was the Red River Rebellion of 1869–1870. The provisional government established by Riel ultimately negotiated the terms under which the modern province of Manitoba entered the Canadian Confederation. Riel ordered the execution of a Protestant, Thomas Scott, who infuriated Riel. To escape prosecution, Riel subsequently fled to the United States. Despite this, he is often referred to as the "Father of Manitoba". While a fugitive, he was elected three times to the Canadian House of Commons, although he never assumed his seat.
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A picture of the North West Rebellion in 1885. This military conflict resulted in Louis Riel's capture.
Red River Rebellion Events
- National Committee of the Metis
- Fort Garry Captured
- Armed Canadians Try To Attack Fort Garry
- Riel Orders Trial For Thomas Scott
- Red River Settlement Named Manitoba
- Riel Flees To The United States