This is a little poem/ballad as a tribute to Louis Riel for all that he did for the Metis and the people of the Red River.
The founder of Manitoba,
a French Canadian, Indian.
He fought for his people's lives.
Louis Riel, he had to win.
The Red River & North-West were transferred,
from Hudson's Bay to the government.
While John A. McD' sent survey crews,
the Metis feared their punishment.
So they made a National Committee,
in which Riel became secretary.
He gave his all to everything.
It was a heavy load to carry.
They stopped all sorts of unwanted things,
just to keep their homes.
Fort Garry was seized, November 2.
They stopped their moans and groans.
But Louis kept on fighting,
for his people, it was a sight.
So he made a very big list.
A list of all their rights.
Later on T.Scott was "murdered"
to keep their spirits high.
Then May 12 1870,
the Manitoba Act was applied.
Now Quebec really liked Riel.
He defended their faith & cultures.
While others wanted him ridden of
like a wild pack of vultures.
I'm sure you've heard of King David.
He was a man of talent and strength.
Riel was often compared to him,
for the time he gave up (in length).
Now everyone has to die,
it's not like we have a choice.
But Louis left early November 16.
He gave himself up, his voice.
If you look at everything he's done,
it would not be a mistake.
That he used his heart & mind & strength
with every choice he would make.
The point I'm trying to make,
it may not seem so clear.
But Louis Riel was a hero.
So everyone should cheer!
Hope you enjoyed!
