jul 1, 1669 - Sieur de La Salle

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the places he explored
He explored the Great Lakes region, the Ohio, Illinois, and Mississippi rivers, the Gulf of Mexico, and Louisiana.
the results and/or significance of his journey and discoveries
He discovered a network of forts from Canada, through the Great Lakes, and along the Ohio, Illinois, and Mississippi rivers. This established a defensive front line and the French territory in North America. It also held the commercial and diplomatic policy for almost a year. His friendship with Native American tribes helped the French with the Seven Years’ War.

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