Jacques Cartier
Jacques Cartier
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What happened with Jacques Cartier on 24 July, 1534

24 July, 1534

Jacques Cartier planted a cross in Gaspé Bay, claiming the land for France. This act signifies the formal claiming of the territory that would later become New France. He also kidnapped two sons of Chief Donnacona.
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