2 h 55 min, 1 janv. 1857 ans - The Gradual Civilization Act
Description:
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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Date:
2 h 55 min, 1 janv. 1857 ans
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~ Il y a 168 ans