France claimed land along the St. Lawrence River in the early 17th century, establishing New France, with Quebec as its capital. The river served as a crucial waterway for trade and exploration, enabling French settlers to expand their territories in North America. The region later became a focal point in the struggle for control between the French and British empires.
The French claimed it. Explorer Jacques Cartier discovered, named and claimed the St. Lawrence River for France.
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Explorer Jaques Cartier
During his exploration, Jacques Cartier discovered the St. Lawrence River in North America and claimed the land for France. He also encountered the Iroquois and St. Lawrence Iroquoians indigenous peoples along the river.
Jacques Cartier was the historical European explorer who claimed Canada for France. He was also the first to map the Gulf of Saint Lawrence and the Saint Lawrence River as "The Country of Canadas".
Explorer Jacques Cartier is credited with being the first European to explore the St. Lawrence River in the early 16th century. His expeditions helped establish French claims to Canada.
what will france call the area along the st. lawrence river
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Lower Canada adjacent to the St. Lawrence River system.
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