Wolseley Expedition

The Wolseley Expedition was a troop movement authorized by Sir John A. Macdonald to confront Louis Riel and the Métis in 1870 in the Red River Colony, Manitoba. Under the leadership of Colonel Garnet Wolseley, the expedition set out from Toronto, Ontario in an attempt to interdict Riel.

Related Topics:
Sir John A. Macdonald - Louis Riel - Métis - 1870 - Red River Colony - Manitoba - Colonel - Garnet Wolseley - Toronto, Ontario

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They travelled to Georgian Bay, from which they travelled by boat across Lake Huron and Lake Superior to arrive at Fort William. From here they carried small boats to Lake Shebandewon. Travelling further westwards, they passed through Fort Frances and finally arrived at Fort Garry.

Related Topics:
Georgian Bay - Lake Huron - Lake Superior - Fort William - Lake Shebandewon - Fort Frances - Fort Garry

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See also Red River Rebellion.

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