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Jacques Cartier

Jacques Cartier. By: Megan Mahon. Where did Jacques live ?. He was born on December 31 st 1491 He died on September 1 st 1557 He died and was born in St. Malo, France He lived in France, Europe. What was Jacques known for ?. Discovered the St. Lawrence River Gave Canada its name

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Jacques Cartier

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  1. Jacques Cartier By: Megan Mahon

  2. Where did Jacques live? • He was born on December 31st 1491 • He died on September 1st 1557 • He died and was born in St. Malo, France • He lived in France, Europe

  3. What was Jacques known for? • Discovered the St. Lawrence River • Gave Canada its name • Explored the Americas before making 3 important North American voyages

  4. Jacques’s Quotes • “If the soil was as good as the harbors, it would be a blessing”

  5. Where did Jacques sail? • Sailed from Europe to Newfoundland, Canada

  6. What jobs did Jacques do before? • Was an experienced sailor • Navigator

  7. Jacques Family • He married Mary Catherine Des Granches

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