Peterborough in Peterborough County, Ontario — Central Canada (North America)
Capt. Edward T. Brown
Batoche 1885 Fish Creek
Photographed by Cosmos Mariner, June 1, 2024
1. Capt. Edward T. Brown Marker
Capt. Edward T. Brown,
of Boultons Scouts,
a native of this county who fell at Batoche on May 12th, 1885
Erected 1886.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Patriots & Patriotism • Wars, Non-US. A significant historical date for this entry is May 12, 1885.
Location. 44° 18.564′ N, 78° 19.249′ W. Marker is in Peterborough, Ontario, in Peterborough County. It is on McDonnel Street just west of George Street North, on the left when traveling west. The marker and memorial are located near the northwest corner of Confederation Square. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 499 George Street North, Peterborough ON K9J 7G9, Canada. Touch for directions.
Regionally, this marker is in the Kawarthas Northumberland Area and in Eastern Ontario. It is also in Central Canada. Globally, it is in North America, the Western Hemisphere, the Western World, and the Anglosphere. Historically, it finds itself in what was once a British colony, the Viceroyalty of New France, the Haudenosaunee (Iroquois) Confederacy, and Ruperts Land.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: Pioneer Burial Ground (within shouting distance of this marker); Agricultural Fair (within shouting distance of this marker); The Citizens' War Memorial (within shouting distance of this marker); Civic Park (about 90 meters away, measured in a direct line); Military (about 90 meters away); The Peterborough Armoury / Le manθge militaire de Peterborough (about 120 meters away);
this page online
Also see . . .
1. Captain Edward T. Brown Memorial (Ontario War Memorials).
Excerpt: This beautiful memorial was erected in May 1886 in memory of Captain Edward T. Brown, who died at the Battle of Batoche during the Northwest Rebellion in May 1885. He was the only local militia member to have died during that conflict. The memorial was designed by Peterborough architect and engineer John E. Belcher. Originally the ornate, Gothic-designed monument was located in another part of the park and was designed as a fountain. With the unveiling of the cenotaph after WWI, this memorial was moved in 1929 to its current location in the same park. In 1985, the centennial year for the battle, the memorial was restored. The original engraving that was carved in the soft sandstone was barely legible, so a new plaque was installed and the fountain that had not functioned in several years was removed.(Submitted on November 16, 2024, by Cosmos Mariner of Cape Canaveral, Florida.)
2. Battle of Fish Creek (Wikipedia).
Excerpt:(Submitted on November 16, 2024, by Cosmos Mariner of Cape Canaveral, Florida.)The Battle of Fish Creek (also known as the Battle of Tourond's Coulιe), fought April 24, 1885 at Fish Creek, Saskatchewan, was a major Mιtis victory over the Canadian forces attempting to quell Louis Riel's North-West Rebellion. Although the reversal was not decisive enough to alter the ultimate outcome of the conflict, it was convincing enough to persuade Major General Frederick Middleton to temporarily halt his advance on Batoche, where the Mιtis would later make their final stand.Photographed by Cosmos Mariner, June 1, 20242. Capt. Edward T. Brown Memorial
3. Battle of Batoche (Wikipedia).
Excerpt: The Battle of Batoche was the decisive battle of the North-West Rebellion, which pitted the Canadian authorities against a force of First Nations and Mιtis people. Fought from May 9 to 12, 1885, at the ad hoc Provisional Government of Saskatchewan capital of Batoche, the greater numbers and superior firepower of General Frederick Middleton's force eventually overwhelmed the Mιtis fighters. The defeat of the defenders of Batoche and its capture led to the surrender of Louis Riel on May 15 and the collapse of the Provisional Government.(Submitted on November 16, 2024, by Cosmos Mariner of Cape Canaveral, Florida.)
Photographed by Cosmos Mariner, June 1, 2024
3. Memorial Restoration Plaque
Restored for the centennial of the battles, 1985
Photographed by Cosmos Mariner, June 1, 2024
4. Capt. Edward T. Brown Memorial
Looking west through Confederation Square.
Credits. This page was last revised on November 16, 2024. It was originally submitted on November 13, 2024, by Cosmos Mariner of Cape Canaveral, Florida. This page has been viewed 168 times since then and 15 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4. submitted on November 16, 2024, by Cosmos Mariner of Cape Canaveral, Florida.
