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May 3, 2024 · History of Quebec. Timeline. ~ 1533. 1534 to 1607. 1608 to 1662. 1663 to 1759. 1760 to 1790. 1791 to 1840. 1841 to 1866. 1867 to 1899. 1900 to 1930. 1931 to 1959. 1960 to 1981. 1982 to present. Territory of Quebec. First Nations. Era of Exploration (1508–1613) Giovanni da Verrazzano. Jacques Cartier. Samuel de Champlain.
5 days ago · Quebec, city, port, and capital of Quebec province, Canada. One of the oldest cities in Canada—having celebrated its 400th anniversary in 2008—Quebec city has a distinct old-world character and charm. It is the only remaining walled city in North America north of Mexico and was recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage site in 1985.
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3 days ago · Quebec, eastern province of Canada. Constituting nearly one-sixth of Canada’s total land area, Quebec is the largest of Canada’s 10 provinces in area and is second only to Ontario in population. Its capital, Quebec city, is the oldest city in Canada.
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4 days ago · Drawing on recent publications, Greer examines the influence of French-Canadians, as well as Indigenous nations, on the history of democracy. The long history of Quebec before Confederation underscores its important role in shaping democratic ideals within Canada and influencing global political movements.
1 day ago · Explorer Samuel de Champlain founded a French settlement here in 1608, and adopted the Algonquin name. Quebec City is one of the oldest European settlements in North America. The ramparts surrounding Old Quebec ( Vieux-Québec) are the only fortified city walls remaining in the Americas north of Mexico.
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- 3 July 1608, by Samuel de Champlain
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2 days ago · May 6, 2024, 11:53 PM ET (CBC) What's with the palm trees in Montreal's Village? Montreal, city, Quebec province, southeastern Canada. Montreal is the second most-populous city in Canada and the principal metropolis of the province of Quebec.
Apr 18, 2024 · This guide provides curated Library of Congress resources for the study of Québec, Canada, including digitized primary sources and books on a wide range of subjects. Topic areas include: First Nations, French culture, and Québécois musical traditions.