Red River Insurrection: William McDougall's Conduct Reviewed (1870)

By William McDougall

Book Overview

Red River Insurrection: William McDougall's Conduct Reviewed is a historical book written by William McDougall in 1870. The book is a detailed account of the Red River Rebellion which took place in 1869-1870 in the Red River Colony, present-day Manitoba, Canada. The author, William McDougall, was a prominent politician and one of the key figures involved in the rebellion. The book provides an in-depth analysis of the events that led to the rebellion, including the political and economic factors that contributed to the unrest among the M�����tis people, who were the majority population in the Red River Colony. McDougall also examines the role of the Canadian government in the rebellion, particularly the actions of the Governor-General, Sir John A. Macdonald, and the response of the Canadian military to the rebellion.The book is divided into several chapters, each focusing on a specific aspect of the rebellion. McDougall provides a detailed account of his own involvement in the rebellion, including his failed attempt to establish a provisional government in the Red River Colony. He also discusses the role of Louis Riel, the M�����tis leader who led the rebellion, and his eventual capture and trial for treason.Red River Insurrection: William McDougall's Conduct Reviewed is an important historical document that sheds light on a significant event in Canadian history. It offers a unique perspective on the rebellion, as it is written by one of the key figures involved in the conflict. The book is a must-read for anyone interested in Canadian history, particularly the history of the M�����tis people and their struggle for land rights and self-determination.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1165584530
• ISBN13: 9781165584536
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 70 Pages
• Weight: 0.23 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 6.0" x 9.0"