Birthdate: August 13, 1574
Sun Sign: Leo
Birthplace: Hiers-Brouage, Marennes-Hiers-Brouage, France
Died: December 25, 1635
Samuel de Champlain was a French explorer, navigator, cartographer, soldier, geographer, and chronicler known for his significant contributions to Canadian history. He founded Quebec City and New France, established colonial settlements, mapped coastlines, described the Great Lakes, and formed alliances with indigenous tribes. Champlain played a key role in the Beaver Wars against the Iroquois, conducted ethnographic studies, and served as the de facto Governor of New France until his death in 1635.
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