Ghost Walks
The following took place inside the Ottawa Jail. This is the historic local prison in Canada’s Capital. Today it’s a working Hostel where tourists can stay… on the cheap and for a story.
Many question the guilt of Patrick Whelan. This included, of course, his descendants. They still believe he’s innocent for the murder of Thomas D’Arcy McGee to this day.
The Ottawa Jail (or Carleton) was opened in 1862. Served as the Capital’s local jail for over a century. This was the site for the Hanging of Patrick Whelan.
He led a solitary life from as young as 14 years old, travelling all over until ending in Canada. It’s 1865 and Whelan would serve in the military fighting the Fenian’s who went against British rule. But many believed him to be sympathetic to the enemy.
The Ottawa Jail (or Carleton) was opened in 1862. Served as the Capital’s local jail for over a century.
At the time our most “modern” facility in Canada. Modern didn’t mean luxury but suffering.