CANA 1F91 Lecture Notes - Lecture 7: Manitoba Act, Benjamin Lett, Red River Colony
9 Aug 2016
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To look at how notions of heroism serve a purpose. To demonstrate how myth-making contributes to hero. To look at how notions of heroism are fluid and subject to change. Merriam webster dictionary defines hero as: a mythological or legendary figure often dicing descent, endowed with great strength or ability, an illustrious warrior, a man admired for his achievements and noble qualities, one who shows great courage. Early 20th century canadians views of heroes. Cbc greatest canadians (who was ranked 11,29,35) Both brock and secord helped the british fight with the americans, and they were both not born in canada. Victory achieved at the battle of queenston heights. Push on york volunteers, or push on my boys . Captain john gregg: my fall must not be noticed or impede my brave companions from advancing to victory . George jarvis: he placed his hand on his breast and made no reply, and slowly sunk to the ground.
