Louis Riel

Louis Riel (1844–1885) was a Canadian politician, writer and teacher.

Also recorded as Louis "David" Riel.

Overview

Born at Saint Boniface in 1844, died at Regina in 1885.

In detail

Louis Riel studied at Collège de Montréal. the recorded working language is English and French.

Places of work recorded in the authority are Ottawa and Red River Colony. Positions recorded include member of the Legislative Assembly of Assiniboia and member of the House of Commons of Canada.

Works named in the authority record are Manitoba.

Distinctions recorded are Person of National Historic Significance.

Sources

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  • reference work · Reputable secondary · Wikipedia

    “Louis Riel”, English Wikipedia, consulted as further reading

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  • reference work · Reputable secondary · Wikidata

    Wikidata, structured authority record Q313691: Louis Riel

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