Resistance: 1869 & 1885

Looks at the aftermath of the defeated Métis at the Battle of Batoche and the fallout of the North-West Resistance for what would later become Canada.

Book review of: 1885 and After: Native Society in Transition edited by F. Laurie Barron and James B. Waldram.

Brief article describes the Saskatchewan Archives acquisition of a ledger of telegraphs from the Canadian Pacific Railway (CPR) telegraph station at Clark’s Crossing, near Saskatoon, dated April 18 - June 26, 1885. Many telegraphs discuss the battles of the 1885 North-West Resistance, the capture of Louis Riel, and contain historically relevant names: Edgar Dewdney, Major General Middlton, Pasqua (Chief Paskwa), Pitikwahanapiwiyin (Chief Poundmaker), Mistahimaskwa (Chief Big Bear), Prime Minister Sir John A. Macdonald. Entire Issue on one .pdf, scroll to page 6.

File contains newspaper articles, journal article, and personal narrative relating to the Frog Lake Massacre and the Frog Lake Reserve.

Personal narrative of the daughter of Chief Trader W.J. McLean of the Hudson's Bay Company about her family's capture at Fort Pitt and subsequent transfer to Wandering Spirit's camp at Frog Lake during the conflict. The interpreter for Big Bear at his trial gives translation of the Cree leader's speech and recounts his own memories of the Frog Lake Massacre.

Book review of: 1885: Métis Rebellion or Government Conspiracy? by Don McLean.

Wadmore was a Lieutenant in C Company, in Colonel Otter’s Battleford Column. Wadmore saw action at The Battle of Cutknife Hill, and participated in patrols related to the activities of Mistahimaskwa (Big Bear) and Pîhtokahanapiwiyin (Poundmaker). Entire issue on one .pdf, scroll to page 62.

Provides a brief description of the reasoning behind the 1885 Resistance, and a chronology of events. Article found by scrolling to page 11.

Highlights the declaration of 2010 being known as Year of the Métis to commemorate the 125th anniversary of the 1885 Northwest Resistance. Article located by scrolling to page 3.

Group photograph of the 91th Battalion of Winnipeg. Men in photograph not identified by rows; Lieut.Col. Thos. Scott, M.P., Commanding; Majors, D.H. McMillan and Stuart Mulvey; Adjutant, Capt. W.C. Copeland; Quartermaster, Capt. W.H. Bruce; Surgeon, Maurice M. Seymour; Asst.-Surgeon, Frank Keele; Inspector of Musketry, A.W. Laws; Capts. J.A. McD. Rowe, Thos. Wastie, Wm. Sheppard, S.J. Jackson, J.H. Kennedy, J.C. Waugh, R.W.A. Rolph, Jno. Crawford; Liets., F.I. Bamford, E.C. Smith, R.C. Brown, J.B. Rutherford, Major A. Cotes, Feo. A. Gilan, A. Monkman, A.P. Cameron; 2nd Lieuts., W.J.

Image of wounded soldiers leaving for Saskatoon likely from Fish Creek on 2 May 1885 during the Northwest Resistance. A trail of men on horseback and horse-drawn wagons are visible.

Teacher resource suitable for Grades 6, 7, 8 and 10. Primarily uses 55 Years of Resistance Comic Book by Gord Hill and Native Soldiers, Foreign Battlefields by Janice Summerby.

Alexander Campbell served as a sergeant with the 7th Fusiliers, a battalion of militia which was headquartered in London, Ontario. This unit was called into active service on 1 April 1885 and, within a week, had embarked on their journey west -- a journey made more arduous by the gaps in the railway above Lake Superior. After stops in Winnipeg and Swift Current, the 7th Fusiliers did not reach the area of the fighting until after General Middleton's forces had defeated the Métis at Batoche.

Concerns CBC radio program "The Riel Commission: An Investigation into the Survival of a People," starring Donald Sutherland and August Schellenberg. Includes broadcast information and the purpose of the production to commemorate the centennial of the Northwest Resistance of 1885.

A copy of Chapters 7 to 9 of Prison of Grass by Howard Adams ca. 1975, with notes from Laurie Barron attached. These chapters cover Adams' view of the 1885 North-West resistance. Barron has made a list of comments and questions, marked by page number, which appear to be directed to the author. These notes are perhaps Barron's feedback to Adams regarding the revised edition published in 1989.

Black and white photograph of Adolphus Nolin, a Metis man who reportedly saved two women after the Frog Lake Massacre. On the back of the photo is written: In 1885, "A tall, dark, smooth-faced, athletic fellow of twenty-five." W. B. Cameron.

General account of Mr. Ouellette's life.

Consists of an interview where the informant is questioned on the Riel Rebellion, but remembers very little of what was said about it by his elders.

Account of the events leading to the death of Shu-Kwe-weetam, a member in One Arrow's Band at the Duck Lake agency.

Discusses the expansion and renovation plans for Batoche that are possible due to the partnership between many levels of government and the Métis-Nation Saskatchewan. Article located by scrolling to page 10.

Negative of a black and white photograph of Ambrose Lepine

Consists of an interview where he talks about his memories of Gabriel Dumont, the causes of the Riel Rebellion of 1885 and the present day treatment of Metis people.

Interview with Mr Lonesinger who tells stories of Indian agents both good and bad. He also tells of the Battle of the Cut Knife Hill and the banning of the Sundance.

Story of George Flinn, a newspaper reporter, who accompanied the soldiers sent to suppress the Métis resistance.

A short article on Louis Riel's defeat and capture in the Northwest Resistance and a large sketch of a steamer. Description and accompanying sketch possibly depicts the attack on the Northcote at Batoche, although the vessel's name is not given.

History Thesis (M.A.)--University of Alberta, 1994. Please note Aboriginal content in Chapter 8: Levying War in 1885.

Discusses the change from tacit approval of Riel's actions in 1869-1870 to condemnation of the use of violence in 1884-1885. Author offers hypotheses about why the change occurred.

History Thesis (Ph.D.)--York University, 2017.

An interactive website on the past and present history of Batoche. The website includes resources and links.

Brief look at Back to Batoche, which is held during the third week of July to celebrate Métis history and vibrant culture. Article found by scrolling to page 11.

Briefly describes the site's role in history and its importance to the Métis people.

Convention program for the Canadian Association of Social Studies and the Saskatchewan Council of Social Studies Teachers, held in Saskatoon, SK. The convention focus is on Batoche and the Northwest Resistance, with guest speakers including Grant MacEwan.

Image of unidentified Roman Catholic priest addressing the crowd at the Batoche National Historic Site cairn ceremony. Spectators and RCMP members in foreground; cars and spectators in background.

File contains a copy of Diefenbaker's speech at the annual Batoche Dinner of the Royal Regiment of Canada, in which he speaks of the Riel Rebellion and of Indigenous peoples obtaining the right to vote and gaining representation in Parliament.

Looks at a dance theatre piece, staged at Batoche National Park, based on the romance of Gabriel and Madeleine Dumont. Article located by scrolling to page 2 and 14.

This report summarizes the comments which interested parties made to Parks Canada as to the future planning and development of Batoche National Historic Park.

Article relating to the Northwest Resistance battlefield of Batoche, SK as a national historic site, with a photograph of St. Antoine de Padoue Church.

This report outlines how Parks Canada intends to protect and present the important historical and cultural resources of Batoche National Historic Park. Includes photographs of various buildings at Batoche between 1880-1915.

Describes the role of Batoche during the North West Resistance in the context of Métis history and community. Includes a virtual tour.

Results from public meetings of persons interested in the development of Batoche, site of an important battle during the Northwest Resistance. Aspects of development that are favored include a visitor's centre, preservation of nearby buildings relevant to the Battle of Batoche, and preservation of the landscape as native vegetation.

Historical note:

Celebrating the 25th anniversary of Back to Batoche days. Duration: 25:05.

This booklet outlines three plans for the Batoche National Historic Site and provides comments sections to the public to respond.

Image of a sign at the rectory of the Batoche National Historic Site in Saskatchewan.