Batoche
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Author/Creator
Darren R. Préfontaine
Description
Briefly describes the site's role in history and its importance to the Métis people.
Examines the influence of the Battle of Seven Oaks on the creation of Métis nationhood.
Contends that after World War II ended, Metis veterans have seen no federally funded compensation, unlike non-Aboriginal veterans, and are ready to deal with the issue at a political level.
Entire issue on one pdf. To access article scroll to p.5.
Focuses on the role played by Abbe Noël-Joseph Ritchot during the events surrounding the Red River Resistance and the subsequent formation of the province of Manitoba.