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Red River Rebellion

Red Riv·er Re·bel·lion


noun 
Definition:
 
Canadian rebellion: an uprising in the Manitoba province of Canada in 1869-1870 that failed in its attempt to set up a provincial government recognizing the rights of Native North American peoples. It was led by Louis Riel, who was subsequently captured and executed.

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