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Execution of Thomas Scott
- When
- 4 March 1870
- Where
- Fort Garry
Thomas Scott was executed by firing squad at Fort Garry on March 4, 1870, following his capture and trial by Louis Riel's provisional government.
Scott was marched out of Fort Garry's east gate and executed on the wall. He was the only member of his group to face the firing squad. The execution took place before the formal establishment of Manitoba, at the site known as Fort Garry.
Sources
- Thomas Scott (Orangeman) Wikipedia, revision of 2026-06-25
- Red River Rebellion Wikipedia, revision of 2026-09-05
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