Rebellions of 1837

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Also Known As	Rebellions of 1837–38

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Canada: The rebellions of 1837–38

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Mackenzie, William Lyon

William Lyon Mackenzie

Canadian journalist and revolutionary

Papineau, Louis-Joseph

Louis-Joseph Papineau

Canadian politician