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Samuel de Champlain Fact-Matching Game

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Summoning Knowledge...

About This Challenge

Embark on an exciting adventure with our fact-matching game, where you piece together important information fragments. Connect with the spirit of exploration just like Samuel de Champlain did in his travels.

  • Uncover hidden clues
  • Solve puzzles to reveal historical secrets
  • Use spells for hints and extra time
Need a Hint? View the Facts
  • Samuel de Champlain was born in Brouage, France in 1574.
  • Champlain is often called the 'Father of New France' for his role in founding Quebec City in 1608.
  • He made multiple voyages to North America, exploring areas such as the St. Lawrence River and the Great Lakes.
  • Champlain was also a cartographer, creating detailed maps of the areas he explored.
  • He established friendly relations with many Indigenous peoples in the region, including the Huron and Algonquin tribes.
  • Champlain believed in the potential for a French empire in North America and worked to establish settlements and trading posts.
  • He was instrumental in the formation of the Company of One Hundred Associates, which had a monopoly on the fur trade in New France.
  • Champlain was a devout Catholic and worked to spread Christianity among the Indigenous peoples he encountered.
  • He was appointed the first governor of New France in 1633, a position he held until his death.
  • Champlain died in Quebec City in 1635 and was buried there, although the exact location of his grave remains unknown.
  • His explorations and writings helped to establish a French presence in North America that would endure for centuries.
  • Champlain's legacy is honored in Canada, where he is considered a key figure in the country's history.
  • He was also an accomplished navigator and sailor, earning him the nickname 'The Father of New France'.
  • Champlain's expeditions were funded by the French monarchy and various trading companies in Europe.
  • He was known for his diplomacy skills and ability to negotiate with Indigenous leaders for trade and alliances.
  • Champlain's writings, including his journals and maps, provide valuable insights into the early history of North America.
  • He was also interested in natural history and made observations of the flora and fauna of the regions he explored.
  • Champlain's legacy lives on in the many landmarks and institutions named in his honor, such as Champlain College in Vermont.
  • He was a key figure in the early French exploration and colonization of North America, paving the way for future settlers and traders.
  • Champlain's legacy in Canada is celebrated each year on Champlain Day, which recognizes his contributions to the country's history.

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