Trading Post Oak - May 25, 1832

[DJ Palama]

larrykoschkee said:

Pete,

Yes, you are right the Grignon's were mentioned on this board. I stand corrected.

Within this message board we have mentioned other Metis, Pierre Pauquette of "The Portage" and Catherine Myotte, interpreter for Henry Gratiot, however did not elaborate on their BHW participation or background.

I am not certain of this, but Edward D. Beouchard of "New Diggings" and Brigham's diggings may have been a metis. Maybe someone can shed some light on that.

I guess my overall point is there is a lack of indepth discussion or comments on the Metis BHW participants.

Larry

I thought in most laws that the Meti weren't allowed to join militas because of their 'mixed' ancestry.

[Robert Braun]

larrykoschkee said:

I am not certain of this, but Edward D. Beouchard of "New Diggings" and Brigham's diggings may have been a metis. Maybe someone can shed some light on that.

I seem to recall the Beouchard-- advanced to U. S. Indian Agent status after the St. Vrain massacre-- was of French Canadian ancestry. My references are still packed away, so I will need to dig a bit to confirm my recollection...

Best, Bob.