The Spaniards, jealous of French designs, now sent priests and soldiers to occupy several points in Texas.Our special project presenting the
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Parkman Part 6 v1, Chapter 15
The Canadian became a more stable colonist and a steadier farmer; but for forest journeyings and forest warfare he was scarcely his former
Labor Day, 2022
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The Outagamie War
The Outagamie question was settled for a time. The tribe remained quiet for some yearsOur special project presenting the definitive account of
Parkman Vol. 6-1, Chapter 14
This settlement was destined to become the most noteworthy offspring of Canada in the West.Our special project presenting the definitive account
The Mississippi Bubble
The bursting of the Mississippi bubble did not change the principles of administration in Louisiana.Our special project presenting the
France at the Mississippi’s Mouth
When Louisiana was thus handed over to a speculator for a term of years, it needed no prophet to foretell that he would get all he could out of it and
Parkman Vol. 6-1, Chapter 13
An event took place that was to have a great influence on the future of French America.Our special project presenting the definitive account of
The Outagamies Attacked: Their Desperate Position
The allied hordes howled round the camp of their victims like troops of ravenous wolves. But a surprise awaited them.Our special project