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Samuel de Champlain

Published on Nov 19, 2015

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PRESENTATION OUTLINE

Samuel de Champlain

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Background

Samuel de Champlain was born in 1567
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Home country

He was born in France

Occupation

He was a mariner
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Sponsor

He was sponsored for his journey by France. 
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Prince Henry provided the funds.

Reason for Exploration

To find the Northwest Passage.
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Dates of Exploration

1603-1608

Route of Exploration

He traveled in Canada and New York.

Impact

He founded the city of Quebec.

He also named Vermont "Les Vert Monts" or "The Green Mountains.

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Death

He died in 1635, apparently of a stroke.
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