Episode 2 of 2
Execution of Louis Riel
- When
- November 16, 1885
- Where
- North-West Mounted Police barracks in Regina
Louis Riel was hanged for treason in November 1885 following his trial.
Judge Hugh Richardson sentenced Riel to death on 1 August 1885. He was hanged on 16 November 1885 at the North-West Mounted Police barracks in Regina, despite the jury's recommendation for mercy.
Sources
- Louis Riel Wikipedia, revision of 2026-09-28
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