Explorer Samuel de Champlain - His Diligence Helped Him Map Part Of The New World And Found A City.

Publication: Investor's Business Daily

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Byline: Michael Richman, Investor's Daily

The Frenchman Samuel de Champlain wanted to know what was in the unexplored Canadian wilderness - and he wasn't about to let anything stop him. The elements were harsh, and he and his party of explorers had to forage in the woods to eat. To make things worse, a fierce Iroquois tribe repeatedly attacked. But Champlain (1567-1635) was determined to discover the land's secrets. He made alliances with friendly Indian tribes to battle the Iroquois. Once, the Montagnais tribe asked Champlain to lead the charge against the Iroquois. He did do eagerly. At another time, an Iroquois arrow hit Champlain in the ear and buried itself in his neck. Unfazed, he ripped it away and continued to fight. His determination paid off. His exploration of southeasternCanada in the early 17th century allowed him to establish...

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