because they found it
Cartier was the first to document the name Canada, which is derived from the Huron-Iroquois word kanata, which was incorrectly interpreted as the native term for the newly discovered land.
Yes, Jacques Cartier claimed land in Canada for France during his explorations in the early 16th century. He established French interests in the region that would later become New France.
Jacques Cartier was searching for a northwest passage to Asia when he explored Canada in the 16th century. He was hoping to find a direct route to Asia for trade purposes.
Jacques Cartier was from Saint-Malo, in Brittany, France.
Skilled navigator brave endearing learder
Jacques cartier reached Canada on 1537
Jacques Cartier discovered Canada, 1535
Jacques Cartier was a French explorer who claimed the land that is now Canada.
Jacques cartier was sent to explour land that had not been found yet
What body of water did Jacques Cartier discover
The cast of The Land of Jacques Cartier - 1960 includes: Lloyd Bochner as Narrator
Jacques Cartier landed at Gaspé and took possession of "Canada" on behalf of the King of France.
he was trying to reach china
Jacques Cartier found what is now Canada for France.
Nope he failed.
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quebec Canada