In the gripping memoir "In the Days of the Red River Rebellion," Reverend John McDougall unfolds a vivid narrative of life and adventure in the far West of Canada during the tumultuous years of 1868 to 1872. As a distinguished pioneer and missionary, McDougall's account delves into his personal experiences in the Canadian Northwest, where he witnessed and actively participated in the events surrounding the Red River Rebellion. The book provides a firsthand account of McDougall's life and adventures in a land marked by both untamed beauty and political upheaval. The narrative unravels against the backdrop of the Red River Rebellion, a historical sequence of events culminating in the establishment of a provisional government by Métis leader Louis Riel and his followers at the Red River Colony in 1869. McDougall, deeply embedded in the fabric of the Canadian Northwest, shares his personal memories and recounts his involvement in the midst of this transformative turmoil. McDougall's memoir serves as a poignant testament to the intersection of personal odyssey and historical tumult, offering readers an intimate glimpse into the challenges, triumphs, and conflicts that defined life in the far West of Canada during this crucial period.

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E-bok: 28 mars 2024