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First French Settlement
- When
- 1604
- Where
- Saint Croix Island
- Part of
- French Settlement of Acadia
Pierre Dugua de Mons established the first French settlement in Acadia on Saint Croix Island in 1604 under King Henri IV's authority.
The settlement was established by Pierre Dugua de Mons, Governor of Acadia, under the authority of the French King, Henri IV, on Saint Croix Island in 1604. This marked the initial French presence in the region, with settlers primarily from southwestern France.
Sources
- Acadia Wikipedia, revision of 2026-09-15
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