Samuel De Champlain
French explorer, navigator, cartographer and geographer
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About Samuel De Champlain
Samuel De Champlain was a French explorer, navigator, cartographer and geographer, among others.
His Legacy
He is known as "The Father of New France" and "The Father of Acadia", as he founded New France and Quebec City in 1608. He began exploring North America in 1603 and he actually was the first European to explore and map the Great Lakes. Lake Champlain is named after him, among many towns, villages and mountains in North America.
His Personal Life
He married the twelve-year-old Hélène Boullé. They had no children, but he adopted 3 Montagnais girls in 1627.
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F.A.Q. about Samuel De Champlain
When is his birthday?
Samuel De Champlain's birthday is on August 13, 1574.
In how many days is his birthday?
Samuel De Champlain's birthday is in 110 days
How old was Samuel De Champlain when he died?
He was 61 years old.
When did he die?
He died in December 25, 1635.
How old would he be today?
Samuel De Champlain would be 449 years old if he was alive today.
Where was Samuel De Champlain from?
He was born in Brouage, Province of Saintonge, France.