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Jacques Cartier
Breton maritime explorer of North America (1491–1557).
The record
Jacques Cartier was a Breton maritime explorer of North America. Born on 31 December 1491 in Rothéneuf, Cartier died on 24 September 1557 in Rothéneuf at the age of 65.
Positions held include Governor of New France (1534–1541). Honours include Person of National Historic Significance.
With a Wikipedia article in 161 languages, Jacques Cartier is No. 4,098 in the People and Position Index.
- Born
- 31 December 1491, Rothéneuf
- Died
- 24 September 1557, Rothéneuf (aged 65)
- Country
- Kingdom of France
- Known as
- Navigator, explorer, seafarer
- Field
- Science
- Languages
- French
- Wikipedia editions
- 161
Did you know
43
Was 43 when first governor of New France (1534).
65
Lived to 65.
31 Dec
Shares a birthday with Henri Matisse and Anthony Hopkins.
161
Has a Wikipedia article in 161 languages.
Computed from the Index and Wikidata.
Career
Positions held
- 1534–1541Governor of New France
Connections
Jacques Cartier
- SpouseMary Catherine des Granches
- SiblingJeanne Cartier
Honours and works
Awards
- Person of National Historic Significance
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