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Jean Nicollet

"Bonjour! I'm Jean Nicollet. I sailed because I wanted to find a water route to Asia through Southern Canada."

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Date of explorer’s birth and death (if known). How did they die? Birth: 1598 Death: 1642 -Drowned in a boat accident =(

What country was the explorer born in? Normandy, France

What country did the explorer sail on for (on behalf of)? The French.

When did they sail? Pick the 1 or 2 most significant dates. Sailed to Mississippi in 1634.

What was the reason for their voyage? To find a water route to Asia through Southern Canada.

Where did they actually land? Mississippi.

What people did the explorer come into contact with? Nipissing People.

What artifacts or objects might your explorer have collected on their journeys? Most likely collected Furs or Beads.

Did this person make any mistakes or bad decisions? Be specific. Jean Nicollet didn't make any bad decisions!

Any other information: Jean Nicollet is known for wearing a bright, flowery robe during his travels. He died in Sillery, near Quebec City! In 1618 he sailed to Canada to work for a fur trading company for many years. Jean planned to live with the Native Americans, learning their customs and language. Jean's middle name is Nicholas.

Blog- Long Time Sailing!

Oh, what a voyage I had! I sailed many months and now I don't even know the time! I finally reached land when I thought we'd be sailing forever! It was boring, but I am enjoying it very much! When I find Asia, I'll be rich! I can't wait to find Asia! It'll be soon alright! All my crewmen are staving from eating horrible foods, but we are almost there! I think... Well, got to go now!

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Hello! My name is Jean Nicollet! I was born in 1598 and died in1642 because of a boat accident. I only lived for 44 years. I was born in Normandy, France. I sailed for the French. They were the only ones willing to give me ships for my sailing adventure! One of my most important sailing adventures is when I sailed to Mississippi in 1634. I sailed to Southern Canada because I thought I could find a water route to Asia though there. When I landed, instead I found Indians in the Nipissing Tribe. I like to wear a flowery robe while I travel. I'm know for that. My middle name is Nicholas! Bye now!