What were the two actions that the government took to try and end the war? (hint-railway and ammunition)
I don't get this at all. Here is what a short section in my textbook says.
By the spring of 1885, the Canadian government was ready to call out the eastern militia. At the same time, the Manitoba militia started moving into the Northwest, and the Lieutenant-Governor of the North-West Territories banned the sale of ammunition in his jurisdiction. This meant that the Metis would not have any weapons if they decided to rebel. Ottawa's only force near St. Laurent, in the heart of the Metis territory, was Superintendent Lief Crozier's small group of NWMP officers at Fort Carlton. But Crozier did not think he had enough officers to fight the Metis.
I read through this, and I don't seem to get many of the points. And it doesnt say anything about the railway. Could I please ask for some clarification on this paragraph?
If the Canadian government called the eastern militia to fight, they'd have traveled by train. The Manitoba militia also probably traveled by train to the Northwest.
Oh Ok. Thank you. Please have a look at the List of Rights post.
Certainly! I'll do my best to clarify the information for you.
In the spring of 1885, the Canadian government took two actions in an attempt to end the war with the Métis. The first action was the mobilization of the eastern militia. This means that the government called upon the eastern militia, which refers to a group of armed citizens who were trained and ready to defend their region, to come together and contribute to the war effort.
The second action involved the Lieutenant-Governor of the North-West Territories, who prohibited the sale of ammunition in his jurisdiction. The North-West Territories refers to the region where the Métis rebellion was taking place. By banning the sale of ammunition, the government aimed to restrict the Métis access to weapons and make it more difficult for them to engage in armed rebellion.
Regarding the mention of the railway, I understand that it may be confusing since it is not explicitly stated in the paragraph you provided. However, the railway played a significant role in the events surrounding the Métis rebellion. The completion of the Canadian Pacific Railway in 1885 allowed the government to transport troops and supplies more efficiently across the country to deal with the rebellion.
To summarize, the Canadian government took two actions: mobilizing the eastern militia and prohibiting the sale of ammunition in the North-West Territories. Additionally, the completion of the railway helped in the transportation of troops and supplies during this time.