While Champlain sought the large lake explored by others (Hudson Bay), he had no illusions about finding the Northwest Passage. Heading due west from Quebec, he was among the first Europeans to see and explore the Great Lakes.
Samuel de Champlain was searching for a water route through North America to Asia when he explored the St. Lawrence River and founded Quebec City in 1608. He played a significant role in the establishment of New France and the development of the fur trade in North America.
Mostly gold in addition to a quicker route to Asia.Spanish conquistadors were looking for gold in the New World.
Yes, Samuel de Champlain was searching for a faster route to Asia through North America, but instead he became the founder of Quebec City in 1608 and played a significant role in exploring and mapping the eastern regions of Canada.
Jacques Marquette and Louis Joliet hoped to find a water route to the Pacific Ocean while exploring the Mississippi River in the 17th century. They were searching for a quicker trade route to Asia.
Magellan was searching for a route to Asia
Christopher Columbus set out to find a quicker route to Asia in 1492.
Portugal was searching for a route to Asia to increase trade and find gold.
He wanted to explore because he wanted to find a route to asia.
yes
Possibly New France
He wante to find a water route to asia. He wante to find a water route to asia.
Route 1: St. Lawrence Seaway (including Lake Champlain shortcut)