Europeans sought fur primarily for its warmth and status, as fur garments were symbols of wealth and fashion. The demand for beaver pelts, in particular, surged during the 17th and 18th centuries, leading to lucrative trade relationships with Indigenous peoples in North America. Additionally, fur was used in various industries, including hat-making, driving exploration and colonization efforts in search of new sources. This quest for fur significantly impacted both European economies and Indigenous cultures.
Fur and other goods.
It was to a cheap source of manpower that the Europeans couldn't satify in the European Colonies in America.
because they were to lasy to do it them self ;also, because they wanted them to work there sugar plantation and it was cheaper with slave labor
First Nations and Europeans benefited from each other through the exchange of goods, knowledge, and skills. Europeans gained access to new resources, such as fur, which fueled their economies and trade networks, while First Nations acquired metal tools, firearms, and other technologies that improved their daily lives and hunting practices. Additionally, cultural exchanges enriched both societies, as First Nations shared their understanding of the land and sustainable practices, while Europeans introduced new agricultural methods. This complex relationship, however, also led to significant challenges and conflicts, highlighting the multifaceted nature of their interactions.
the portuguese
One of the advantages of the fur trade for Indians was that the Europeans supplied them with rifles. Fur was in high demand in Europe so Europeans were making a lot of profit. A disadvantage of the fur trade for the Europeans was that they had a lot of conflict with each other. A disadvantage for the Indians was that the Europeans took control over the fur trade.
Beaver Beaver fur was prized by Europeans because it made an especially firm, smooth felt for hats.
They fit into the fur trade by being in it! They traded fur to the Europeans for goods. They got food, goods while the Europeans got there faves...furs from beavers.
The First nations where good fur traders to the europeans in Canada.
the fur trade was a great demand from the Europeans and French people, because the furs are used for fashion .(HATS,,,ETC)
to get fur and to get cod
I think it was the Europeans
Many of the early trappers/fur traders in America were French.
Fur and other goods.
Fur and other goods.
The role of the Canadian fur trade was to allow the natives to trade fur pelts for goods, with the europeans.
The French were the Europeans that came to America to engage in the fur trade. This was after several people tried to find a Northwest Passage across the United States.