Why Was Louis Riel Wrong

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Louis Riel, the leader of the Métis people and the father of Manitoba, passed away peacefully on November, 16, 1885. Earlier this year, on July 6th, Riel was charged with treason, and placed on trial. Later, he was found guilty by a jury of six English protestants. Riel was executed earlier this week on public gallows. His execution took place in Regina. His body now remains in Saint-Boniface. Louis Riel was born on October, 22, 1944 in Saint-Boniface. Louis Riel’s father was a political leader, and many believe that his actions affected Louis Riel’s decision to stand up for Métis rights. Riel was recognized as a brilliant student, and therefore he left Red River, Manitoba at a young age to study in Quebec under a scholarship for priesthood.

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