The Days of Whisky Gap backdrop

The Days of Whisky Gap 1961 Directed by Colin Low

Rousing tales of the North-West Mounted Police are brought to life through photos and artists' sketches. In 1873, the North-West Mounted Police were established to maintain law and order in the North-West Territories. They undertook a trek from Fort Dufferin, south of Winnipeg, to Fort Whoop-up, near present-day Lethbridge, Alberta. The force raised the flag and proclaimed the Queen's Law, ensuring that the Canadian West would not become a lawless, American-style frontier.

Country Canada
Production Country Canada
Language English
Spoken Language English
Gneres Documentary , History
Production Company ONF | NFB
Release Date 1 January 1961
28 mins