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Explorers
In this Explorers study guide worksheet, students respond to 3 questions regarding Prince Henry the Navigator, Vasco da Gama, Columbus, Magellan, Cortez, Pizarro, Drake, and Cartier. Answers are included.
PBS
Pbs: The Notorious Hope Diamond
A great site about the history, and alleged curses, behind The Hope Diamond. Pictures of its various owners throughout history, and even a timeline of the diamond's existence. Very interesting! Be sure to use the "Education," link on the...
Enchanted Learning
Enchanted Learning: Explorers of Canada
This site from Enchanted Learning has a listing and information on the major explorers of Canada. Many of these men came to Canada from France over different times. Pictures are provided along with links to additional information.
Walled Lake Consolidated Schools
Loon Lake Elementary School: Jacques Cartier
A biography of Jacques Cartier (1491-1557), a French navigator. His explorations established the basis for France's claims to territory in what is now Canada. In 1535, he led the first European expedition up the St. Lawrence River. This...
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Photo : Sir George
One of the Fathers of Confederation, Sir George-Etienne Cartier worked tirelessly to promote political stability through Confederation. He served as co-premier of Canada with Sir John A. MacDonald. Using his skills as a lawyer, he played...
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Sir George
Did you know that Canada once had two prime ministers? This was in its early days when it was a province. This short summary of Sir George-Etienne Cartier's life is one in a series of biographical sketches of important Canadian...
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Graphical Element: Cartier Raising a Cross
Here is a brief discussion of Jacques Cartier's first voyage into Canada. Included is a map of his route and an image of a painting created to depict Cartier raising a Cross in Canada before returning to France.
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Graphical Element: Jacques Cartier at Hochelaga
Here is a brief discussion of Jacques Cartier's second voyage into Canada. Included is a map of Hochelaga, the Iroquois village which later became Montreal and an image of a painting created to depict Cartier while in Hochelaga.
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Educational Technology Clearinghouse: Clip Art Etc: Cartier
A French explorer who claimed the land that is now Canada for France.