1976 Press Photo Samuel de Champlain

Samuel de Champlain (1567-1635) represents the French attempt to colonize a New France in North America before the English did. An explorer and adventurer, Champlain established the first French colony at Quebec in 1608. France lost her colony -- but took vicarious pleasure from the rebellion of the English colonies and in time sent troops as well as money and a navy to help win America's freedom.

Photo measures 7 x 8.25 inches.

Photo is dated 04-16-1976.



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