Jacques Marquette and Louis Jolliet claimed several significant discoveries during their exploration in the 17th century. They are best known for their expedition to the Mississippi River, where they mapped portions of the river and its tributaries, providing vital information about the geography and Native American tribes in the region. Their journey helped establish French claims to the territory and laid the groundwork for future exploration and colonization in North America. Jolliet's detailed accounts contributed to European knowledge of the central United States.
1672, Louis Jolliet and Jacques Marquette.
Jacques Marquette, together with Louis Jolliet, claimed the northern portion of the Mississippi River for France.
marqutte helped jolliet explore!!
One interesting fact about Louis Jolliet is Louis Jolliet's dad died when he was 7 (seven) years old
Louis Jolliet died on the north shore of the St. Lawrence River in 1700.
Louis Jolliet sailed for the governor of New France (now Canada).
marquette was from Laon, France and Jolliet was from a French Settlement near Quebec city, Canada
Louis Jolliet was born in a French settlement near Quebec City, Canada.
Louis Jolliet's exploration of the Mississippi River was primarily funded by the Governor of New France, Jean Talon. Jolliet also received some support from the French government and Jesuit missionaries.
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