Category: Jacques Cartier

A Comparative Analysis of Spanish Conquistadors and French Explorers When comparing relations between the native populations of the New World  and the French Explorers as well as Spanish Conquistadors , one needs to look no further than historical accounts dating back to the time period. In short, the relationship between the native populations in…

A Brief Overview of The History of Explorers Like Jacques Cartier and Herman Cortes In the early 16th century, the European super powers, England, France and Spain decided to broaden their horizons. All three set sail in an attempt to further their power. But when they reached the shores of what is now known as…

Jacques Cartier Biography Analysis Have you ever wondered how Canada was found, and who found it? The answer is, Jacques Cartier (1491-1557). Jacques Cartier was an explorer that sailed for France. He made three voyages in total, to Newfound land (nowadays Canada), each of them with a different story and a different purpose. His voyages…

Charles Mairs A Ballad for Brave Women and Thomas DArcy McGees Jacques Cartier: Critical Analysis Depictions of the great northern wilderness are often found in Canadian literature. The natural environment and the landscape of Canada have always been a fundamental part of the identity of the country and of the countrys literature. In different works,…