The Canadian governor (Frontenac)
Louis Joliet and Father Jacques Marquette (and five others) found the Mississippi River in 1673.
Louis Joliet, a French-Canadian explorer, claimed land for France during his explorations in North America in the late 17th century. In 1673, alongside Jesuit priest Jacques Marquette, he explored the Mississippi River and its tributaries, asserting French interests in the region. Their journey laid the groundwork for further French exploration and settlement in the interior of North America.
In 1673, Joliet was a well known French-Canadian explorer. Governor General Comte de Frontenac of New France believed the Mississippi might provide an easy route to the Far East for traders. He sent Joliet to find the river and trace its course. Marquette knew some Indian languages, so he was chosen to go with Joliet.
Louis Joliet was a French-Canadian explorer known for his significant contributions to the exploration of North America in the 17th century. In 1673, he and Father Jacques Marquette became the first Europeans to explore the northern Mississippi River, mapping the area and establishing relationships with Native American tribes. Their journey helped pave the way for future exploration and settlement in the region, enhancing European knowledge of the geography and resources of North America. Joliet's explorations were crucial in expanding France's territorial claims in the New World.
Louis Joliet was a French-Canadian explorer known for his significant role in the early exploration of North America. In 1673, he, along with Father Jacques Marquette, became one of the first Europeans to explore the Mississippi River, mapping its course and gathering information about the indigenous peoples and the geography of the region. Their expedition contributed to the understanding of the vast interior of North America and laid the groundwork for future exploration and settlement. Joliet's efforts helped establish French claims in the heart of North America.
the Mississippi river
Jacques Marquette and Louis Joliet
A route to Asia... :)
Louis Joliet and Father Jacques Marquette (and five others) found the Mississippi River in 1673.
French explorers who led the first French expedition down the Mississippi River.
Jacques Marquette and Louis Joliet hoped to find a water route to the Pacific Ocean while exploring the Mississippi River in the 17th century. They were searching for a quicker trade route to Asia.
Marquette and Joliet followed the Mississippi river south to the Arkansas river. Marquette and Joliet made their exploration trip in 1673.
Joliet and Marquette explored for the King of France.
The explorer that Decovered the Mississippi River was Louis Joliet (1645-1700) and one of his voyagers Maquette.
Pierre Le Moyne explored the Mississippi river at July 9, 1708that was Marquette and Joliet.
Marquette and joliet. La salle sailed the mississippi to the golf of mexico
mississippi river