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Yes, the French were among the first Europeans to explore and settle in Minnesota, primarily in the 17th and early 18th centuries. They established trading posts and missions, particularly along the Mississippi River and near Lake Superior. The French influence is evident in place names, cultural heritage, and the early fur trade in the region. However, their settlements were eventually overshadowed by British and American expansion.

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