The Primary Source

The North West Mounted Police


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Delve into an exploration behind the inception of the NWMP. In this episode we examine the context creating pressure for law and order in the newly acquired North West Territories. American interests, First Nations resistance, and booze all lead to a group of 300 or so members of the NWMP to head West. As with most of our conversations we finish strong!

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The Primary SourceBy Steve Wyer