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Historical Essay

Duluth [Dulhut], Daniel Greysolon Sieur (1639-1710)

Explorer and Trader
Biography of Daniel Greysolon Sieur Duluth who helped protect the Wisconsin area against raids of the Iroquois.
Historical Essay

Nicolet, Jean 1598-1642

French Explorer
Biography of French explorer Jean Nicolet, believed to be the first European to see Wisconsin.
Historical Essay

Groseilliers, Medard Chouart, Sieur Des (1618-1696)

Fur Trader and Explorer
Brief biography of Médard Chouart des Groseilliers who was a fur trader and explorer.
Historical Essay

Marin, Paul, 1692-1753

French Official, Captain and Fur Trader
Biography of French Official, Captain and Fur Trader Paul Marin.
Historical Essay

Allouez, Claude Jean (1622-1689)

Jesuit Missionary
Read about the Jesuit priest who established several missions in Wisconsin during the 17th century.
Historical Essay

Expedition of Marquette and Joliet, 1673

French Exploration of the North American Interior
Find out about the two French explorers that traversed the Wisconsin countryside in 1673. This artcile details their exploration of the Mississippi.
Historical Essay

Nicolas Perrot: French Fur Trade in Wisconsin

Read an account of the French explorer who claimed much of Wisconsin for France and who traded with several Indian tribes near Green Bay, Wisconsin.
Historical Essay

Radisson, Pierre-Esprit, 1640?-1710

French Fur Trader
Learn about one of the first French fur traders to visit Wisconsin. Read about his experiences with Indian tribes and his exploration of the countryside.

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