Militia Camp, North-West Rebellion, 1885
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Militia camp at unknown location during the Northwest Resistance. Supply packs on the ground in foreground; men lined up in background.
Historical note:
2nd edition.
presentation on the history of Inuvik going back to the establishment of the community in the 1950s. Followed by Commissioner Mary Sillett delivering opening remarks, and Commissioner Allan Blakeney and local Commissioner John Holman discuss the presentation with Allen.
Story of the Northwest Resistance of 1885.
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A zareba is an encampment used as a base of attack and defense.Historical note:
A zareba is a stockade made of bushes: an outdoor enclosure, especially one made of thorn bushes and used as protection around a campsite or village.