Ambroise-Dydime Lépine

Deceased Person

1840 – 1923

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Who was Ambroise-Dydime Lépine?

Ambroise-Dydime Lépine was a military leader of the Métis under the command of Louis Riel during the Red River Rebellion of 1869-1870. He was tried and sentenced to death for his role in the rebellion and for the execution of Thomas Scott, but his sentence was commuted by Governor General Lord Dufferin. He is buried in the churchyard of the St. Boniface Cathedral next to Riel.

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Born
Mar 18, 1840
Saint Boniface, Winnipeg
Also known as
  • Ambroise-Dydime Lepine
Died
Jun 8, 1923
Saint Boniface, Winnipeg

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on July 23, 2013

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