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The Rebellion in the North West Territory of Canada (engraving)
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The Rebellion in the North West Territory of Canada (engraving)
1591104 The Rebellion in the North West Territory of Canada (engraving) by Paget, Walter (1863-1935); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Rebellion in the North West Territory of Canada. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 23 May 1885.
Wal Paget); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection
Media ID 23072892
© Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection / Bridgeman Images
Break Capture Crossing Duck Fort Hudsons Bay Company Lake Superior Mistake North North West Rebellion North West Territory Officers Rebellion Scouts Waiting Canadians
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The Rebellion in the North West Territory of Canada - A Glimpse into a Historic Struggle
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. This photo print, titled "The Rebellion in the North West Territory of Canada" takes us back to a significant moment in Canadian history. The engraving, created by Walter Paget and published in The Illustrated London News on May 23,1885, offers a vivid depiction of the events surrounding the North West Rebellion. As we delve into this image, our eyes are drawn to an intricate landscape that stretches from South Saskatchewan to Lake Superior. In this rugged terrain, we witness a scene filled with action and tension. Scouts cautiously traverse the land while officers strategize their next move. Train tracks cut through the wilderness as teamsters wait anxiously for orders. Amidst this turmoil, there is an air of uncertainty as shots ring out across Clarks Crossing and Qu'Appelle. Mistakes are made; capture looms over those involved. Architecture representing Hudson's Bay Company forts stands stoically along the shorelines. This photograph not only captures a rebellion but also showcases the resilience and determination of Canadians during this tumultuous period. It serves as a reminder of our nation's past struggles and triumphs. Through its detailed topography and historical significance, this engraving transports us back to 19th-century North America—a time when brave individuals fought for their beliefs against all odds. It invites us to reflect on how far we have come as Canadians while honoring those who shaped
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