More by Louis Riel
I do not wish for my satisfaction the name of prophet. Generally that title is accompanied with such a burden, that if there is satisfaction for your vanity there is a check to it.
Address to Grand Jury (1885)
We may be a small community and a Half-breed community at that — but we are men, free and spirited men, and we will not allow even the Dominion of Canada to trample on our rights.
The History of Canada (1970)
In a little while it will be all over. We may fail. But the rights for which we contend will not die.
I say that, I have been blessed by God and I hope that you will not take that as a presumptuous assertion.
Address to Grand Jury (1885)
I will perhaps be one day acknowledged as more than a leader of the Half-breeds, and if I am, I will have an opportunity of being acknowledged as a leader of good in this great country.
Address to Grand Jury (1885)
My father bless me, according to the views of thy Providence which are beautiful and without measure.
Address to Grand Jury (1885)
I have not assumed to myself that I had a mission.
Address to Grand Jury (1885)
Even if I was going to be sentenced by you, Gentlemen of the Jury, I have this satisfaction that if I die, I will not be reputed by all men as insane, as a lunatic.
Address to Grand Jury (1885)
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