Pierre-Esprit Radisson
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Pierre-Esprit Radisson was a French coureur des bois and explorer in New France. He is often linked to his brother-in-law Médard des Groseilliers. The decision of Radisson and Groseilliers to enter th
Pierre Esprit Radisson
Arrival of Radisson in an Indian camp in 1660.
Médard des Groseilliers
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Médard Chouart des Groseilliers was a French explorer and fur trader in Canada. He is often paired with his brother-in-law Pierre-Esprit Radisson, who was about 20 years younger. The pair worked toget
Pierre-Esprit Radisson
…Pierre-Esprit Radisson (1636/40 – 1710) was a French coureur des bois and explorer in New France. He is often linked to his brother-in-law Médard des Groseilliers. The decision of Radisson and Groseilliers to enter the English service led to the formation of the Hudson's Bay Company. His career was particularly…
Historic marker in Ashland, Wisconsin