French settlers

French settlers refer to people from France who established communities and colonies in North America from the 16th to 18th centuries. They played a key role in exploring, mapping, and developing regions such as Canada (notably Quebec), Louisiana, and the Caribbean. These settlers often engaged in fur trading, farming, and establishing trade routes, blending European and Indigenous cultures. Their presence significantly influenced the linguistic, legal, and cultural landscape of North America. French settlers contributed to the founding of cities, the development of regional economies, and the spread of French language and customs in the New World.