Fort St. Louis

Fort St. Louis was a French settlement established in 1682 in what is now Texas, by explorer René-Robert Cavelier, Sieur de La Salle. Its goal was to establish a French presence in North America and control the Mississippi River region. The fort served as a strategic outpost for trade and exploration but faced numerous hardships, including conflicts, supply shortages, and harsh conditions. It ultimately suffered destruction, marking a significant event in early North American colonial history. Today, the site is recognized for its role in French exploration and expansion efforts in North America.