![cover image](https://wikiwandv2-19431.kxcdn.com/_next/image?url=https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/f/f1/Single-Handed%252C_Charles_Marion_Russell_1912.jpg/640px-Single-Handed%252C_Charles_Marion_Russell_1912.jpg&w=640&q=50)
North-West Mounted Police in popular media
From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
The Canadian North-West Mounted Police had a prominent role in popular media from the late 19th century onwards. The North-West Mounted Police (NWMP), founded in 1873, were initially viewed with scepticism by the press, but soon became portrayed in media and fictional accounts as courageous, disciplined and chivalrous, displaying a sense of fair-play as they brought their suspects to justice. In the 20th century, over 250 films were made about the force, along with radio and television portrayals.
![Thumb image](http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/f/f1/Single-Handed%2C_Charles_Marion_Russell_1912.jpg/640px-Single-Handed%2C_Charles_Marion_Russell_1912.jpg)