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Rupert's Land Sold
In 1869 Janurary 15, the Hudson Bay's Company had sold most of Rupert's Land to Canada. The land was sold for a approximation of £300 000. -
Louis Riel Stops Surveyors
On the date of 1869 October 11, Louis Riel along with a couple other Metis people together had discontinued surveyors from surveying and discontinued them from claiming land. -
National Commitee of the Metis
On the date of 1869 October 18 a commitee was formed of the Metis. They were brought together and formed a gathering group. The Metis had chosen 2 leaders to lead them, they were John Bruce as the president and Louis Riel as the secretary. -
Fort Garry Captured
In November 2nd 1869, Louis Riel carried his troop which included over 100 people, marched down to Fort Garry and captured him. -
Canada Rules Rupert's Land
On the first of December in 1869 Canada now offically owns the land of Rupert's. This meaning that they have complete ownership and can do anything they want with the land as they please. -
Riel Orders Trial For Scott
Somewhere in February 1870, Riel decides to order a trial for his enemy, Scott. This was because Scott continued to harm and insult the Metis. -
Scott Sentenced to Death
On March 4th in the year 1870, after figuring out that Scott had threatened and insulted the name of Metis, he was sentenced to death by Louis Riel. -
English-Speaking People Want Riel Hanged
On the 11th of March in 1870, after discovering what Riel had done to Scott, the english speaking people wanted Riel hanged for killing Scott. -
Red River Named Manitoba
On the 15th of July in 1870, the Red River Settlement had finally been named as Manitoba. They were now part of Confederation. -
Riel Flees
Somewhere in 1870 July, the Metis discover that the English-Speakers want to avenge Thomas Scott so they warn Louis Riel to flee to the United States
