Selkirk of Red River
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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Selkirk of Red River
- Overview
- Cast
- Crew
Status
Released
Release Date
Jan 1, 1964
Runtime
0h 28m
Genres
History
Original Title
Selkirk of Red River
Production Companies
ONF | NFB
Director
Richard Gilbert
Description
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.
