Thomas Scott (1 janv. 1842 – 4 mars 1870)
Description:
He was an Irish Protestant who emigrated to Canada in 1863. His political involvement in the Red River Settlement led to his arrest at Fort Garry, where he was held as a hostage. On March 4, 1870, Scott was marched out of Fort Garry and was executed by the provisional government of the Red River Settlement led by Louis Riel.His execution led to a military expedition, authorized by Sir John A. Macdonald, to confront Louis Riel and the Metis at the settlement. The event highlights a time of severe conflict between settlers and the Métis in Canadian history. His execution led to Riel's exile, and to Riel's own execution for treason in 1885.
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Date:
1 janv. 1842
4 mars 1870
~ 28 years