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De La Salle explored the region around the river for France and called this territory Louisiana in honor of king Louis the 14th.

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Where did Robert de la salle explored?

he explored Ohio river region


What years did la salle explored?

1666


Where did la salle explore?

La Salle explored areas of North America, including the Great Lakes region, the Mississippi River, and the Gulf of Mexico. His explorations were instrumental in expanding French influence in the region during the 17th century.


What did Robert de la salle gain for himself?

Robert de la Salle explored the Mississippi River and the Great Lakes region. He claimed what would become the Louisiana Purchase for France.


Was Louisiana named after Robert la salle?

No it was not. It was named after King Louis XIV


Who is la salle and why is he important to the history of Texas?

René-Robert Cavelier, Sieur de La Salle, or Robert de La Salle was a French explorer. He explored the Great Lakes region of the United States and Canada, the Mississippi River, and the Gulf of Mexico.


Who was la salle and why is he important of the history of Texas?

René-Robert Cavelier, Sieur de La Salle, or Robert de La Salle was a French explorer. He explored the Great Lakes region of the United States and Canada, the Mississippi River, and the Gulf of Mexico.


Why is Robert la salle important to Texas history?

René-Robert Cavelier, Sieur de La Salle, or Robert de La Salle was a French explorer. He explored the Great Lakes region of the United States and Canada, the Mississippi River, and the Gulf of Mexico.


What river did La Salle explore?

Robert La Salle explored the Mississippi River... Correct me if I'm wrong.


Explored Mississippi river?

Robert La salle


What year did Robert la salle explored?

1666


What was the exploration purpose for la salle?

While looking for the Northwest Passage, Robert de la Salle explored the Mississippi River and the region around it in the late 1600s. He claimed this land for France. He also explored the Ohio River.