In 1665 the French colony on the St Lawrence was weak, poor and harried by the Iroquois after decades under trading companies. Jean Talon arrived as intendant with soldiers and a mandate from Louis XIV and Colbert, and Chapais traces how he worked with the Sovereign Council, the clergy and settlers to encourage industry, trade, exploration and population.
A short volume of the Chronicles of Canada, ideal for readers wanting a clear account of early French Canada. Download the free EPUB.