mississippi river
La Salle.
Robert La Salle explored the Mississippi River... Correct me if I'm wrong.
Mississippi river
The Mississippi River Valley
Mississippi river
Robert de La Salle's main goal was to find a water route to China and to explore and establish French colonies in North America. He had aspirations to expand French influence in the New World and to profit from trade with Native Americans. La Salle also aimed to establish a fortified base at the mouth of the Mississippi River to control the region and secure French territorial claims.
1666
France
Louisiana
Forth St.Louis
La Salle claimed the Mississippi River and its tributaries for the French.