Louis Jolliet
Canadian explorer of North America
Born
September 21st, 1645
379 years ago
Died
1700
325 years ago — 55 years old
Category
Explorers & Adventurers
Country
Canada
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Born in 1645, a French Canadian explorer played a key role in the exploration of North America. Jolliet, alongside Father Jacques Marquette, undertook an expedition to explore the Mississippi River in 1673. The journey aimed to find a route to the Pacific Ocean and to promote trade with Native American tribes. The exploration provided valuable mapping and knowledge of the region. Jolliet's reports detailed the geography, peoples, and resources encountered during the expedition. In 1680, he helped in the exploration of the Illinois River, further contributing to early cartography in North America. His work laid important groundwork for future explorations and settlements in the region.
Explored the Mississippi River in 1673
Mapped regions of North America
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