gold and a nothwest passage
Henry Hudson
Henry Hudson
No, the French did not find the Northwest Passage through the establishment of colonies. The search for the Northwest Passage was primarily conducted by European explorers seeking a direct sea route to Asia through the Arctic region. French explorers did establish colonies in North America but did not find the Northwest Passage.
The French and the Dutch instead discovered rivers and founded successful colonies.
Louis Jolliet's expedition in 1673 was commissioned by the French government to search for a water route to the Pacific Ocean. He was also tasked with exploring and mapping the Mississippi River and its surrounding areas. Jolliet's expedition laid the groundwork for the French to expand their fur trade and establish control over the region.
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Explorers hoped to find a Northeast Passage, a sea route from Europe's North Sea, along the Arctic coast of Asia, and through the Bering Sea to the Pacific Ocean. The British began the search in 1553 with an expedition led by navigator Sir Hugh Willoughby. Willoughby died during the expedition.
The French for "to search" is, "Chercher" (Shair-SHAY). The French for search is 'Cherche' (shairsh)
Jacques Cartier was sent to North America by the French in the 16th century in search of a northwest passage to Asia for trade. He was also seeking riches such as gold, silver, and other valuable resources. Additionally, he was tasked with exploring and claiming new lands for France.
The Search for the Northwest Passage - 2005 TV is rated/received certificates of: Australia:G
Henry Hudson searched for the northwest passage in 1607.