Selkirk of Red River
1964
28 min
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This film tells the story of the Red River settlement, now the city of Winnipeg, Manitoba. The pioneer venture of Thomas Douglas, Earl of Selkirk, to establish a colony brought opposition from the North West Company, the Hudson's Bay Company’s powerful rival. A fine cast of actors portrays the ensuing dispute.
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The History Makers1964 3 editionsFrom the most intrepid explorers to the fathers of Confederation, this series of 17 half-hour episodes tells the compelling early history of our great country.
Details
This film tells the story of the Red River settlement, now the city of Winnipeg, Manitoba. The pioneer venture of Thomas Douglas, Earl of Selkirk, to establish a colony brought opposition from the North West Company, the Hudson's Bay Company’s powerful rival. A fine cast of actors portrays the ensuing dispute.
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directorRichard Gilbert
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producerRichard Gilbert
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executive producerGuy Glover
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cameraDenis Gillson
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soundLeo O'DonnellGeorge Croll
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editingDennis Sawyer
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sound editingMarguerite Payette
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castMarigold CharlesworthRobert EddisonGary FilesJohn HortonCharles PalmerJean SchelerMichael Sarrazin
Education
Ages 14 to 15
History - Early Colonization/Settlement
This film can be screened in history class to illustrate the early days of colonization in Canada. The teacher may also want to use the film to explore historical topics such as the Seven Oaks Massacre. Students can also use it as the starting point for a research project on the Earl of Selkirk.
