The French - Horton, Casey
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Over the last two centuries, many different immigrant groups in North America have contributed to the rich diversity of culture in the United States and Canada. While some came to find opportunity, others were brought against their will. We Came to North America tells the history of the adventurous and often perilous journeys our ancestors made including: -- the country they came from and why they left -- how they reached North America -- eyewitness accounts before and after reaching their new home -- where they settled and the obstacles they encountered -- cultural traditions we still…mehr

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Over the last two centuries, many different immigrant groups in North America have contributed to the rich diversity of culture in the United States and Canada. While some came to find opportunity, others were brought against their will. We Came to North America tells the history of the adventurous and often perilous journeys our ancestors made including: -- the country they came from and why they left -- how they reached North America -- eyewitness accounts before and after reaching their new home -- where they settled and the obstacles they encountered -- cultural traditions we still celebrate today -- famous people from each group and their contributions To pay for their wars, 16th century French kings sent their people to look for gold in North America. This fascinating account of how the first French settlers came to the New World and how their traditions are still practiced today is highlighted with full-color artwork and eyewitness accounts. Topics include: -- Cartier's gold -- finding New France -- the fur trade -- priests and missions -- the Acadians -- Francophone culture in Canada and the United States -- the Cajun lifestyle