New France - Wikipedia
WEBNew France (French: Nouvelle-France) was the territory colonized by France in North America, beginning with the exploration of the Gulf of Saint Lawrence by Jacques Cartier in 1534 and ending with the cession of New France to Great Britain and Spain in 1763 under the Treaty of Paris.
New France | Definition, History, & Map | Britannica
WEBJul 26, 2024 · New France, (1534–1763), the French colonies of continental North America, initially embracing the shores of the St. Lawrence River, Newfoundland, and Acadia (Nova Scotia) but gradually expanding to include much of the Great Lakes region and parts of the trans-Appalachian West.
Timeline of New France history (1534–1607) - Wikipedia
WEBThis section of the timeline of New France history concerns the events between Jacques Cartier's first voyage and the foundation of the Quebec settlement by Samuel de Champlain. 1500-1589 [ edit ]
New France - The Canadian Encyclopedia
WEBSep 4, 2013 · The history of France as a colonial power in North America began during the 16th century, during the era of European exploration and fishing expeditions. At its peak, the French colony of New France stretched over a vast area from the Gulf of …
The story of New France: the cradle of modern Canada
WEBMay 21, 2020 · The story of New France: the cradle of modern Canada. Starting in the 16th century, French fur traders and brides-to-be sought their fortunes in the colonies—stoking tension with indigenous...
Canada (New France) - Wikipedia
WEBCanada was a French colony within the larger territory of New France. It was claimed by France in 1535 during the second voyage of Jacques Cartier, in the name of the French king, Francis I.
Canada A Country by Consent: New France: Daily Life in New France
WEBThe warmer French colonies in the Caribbean were more appealing for people heading out for a new life and it was much easier there to grow food. In New France there were harsh winters to contend with and often many died of scurvy …
New France - WorldAtlas
WEBApr 18, 2021 · New France was a large area in continental North America that was colonized by France from 1534 to 1763. The huge territory comprised of five individual colonies including Canada (Québec, Trois-Riviéres and Montréal), Hudson’s Bay, Acadie, Plaisance and Louisiane.
New France - Encyclopedia.com
WEBMay 23, 2018 · New France refers to the collective holdings of France in North America during colonial times. At its height New France consisted of the colonies of Canada, Acadia, and Louisiana. The first land claims were made in 1534 by French explorer Jacques Cartier (1491 – 1557) as he sailed the St. Lawrence River in eastern Canada.
New France (1534-1763) - Canada.ca
WEBNew France (1534-1763) The first French settlement in North America, known as “New France” from 1534 to 1763. Primary and secondary sources of data tell the story from a cultural, economic and military perspective.