E33: The Canadian Rebellions of 1837-1838

These sources collectively provide an overview of the Rebellions of 1837-1838 in Upper and Lower Canada, examining their causes and consequences. They highlight the political unrest stemming from frustrations with the existing governance structure and the desire for responsible government. Furthermore, the texts discuss the Lord Durham Report, a pivotal document that recommended the unification of the two colonies and the assimilation of French Canadians, and the eventual Act of Union in 1840. The sources also touch upon the transnational impact of the rebellions, particularly on the United States and Britain, and note the ongoing scholarly debate surrounding the interpretation of these events, moving beyond a purely ethnolinguistic conflict.