1491-1557+Jacques+Cartier

Jacques Cartier

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__What?__

- first to explore Newfoundland - first to take possession of land in France - first to exchange fur with Natives - found St. Lawrence River - explored North America for gold, spices and route to Asia

__Where?__

- born: Brittany, France - explored North America, Newfoundland - found St. Lawrence River - took possession of land in France

__Why?__

- found and mapped St. Lawrence river - gave Canada's it's first name, Kanata