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2 h 55 m, 1 ene 1857 año - The Gradual Civilization Act

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The Gradual Civilization Act required male Status Indians and Métis over the age of 21 to read, write and speak either English or French,
and to choose a government-approved surname. The Act awarded 50 acres of land to any “sufficiently advanced” Indigenous male, and in return removed any tribal affiliation or treaty rights.

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2 h 55 m, 1 ene 1857 año
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