Charles Jacques Huault de Montmagny , fl.1622-54, governor of New France (1636-48). He was an administrator in New France from 1632 and succeeded Samuel de Champlain as governor. The colony prospered under his leadership, the power of the Iroquois was weakened, and a treaty of peace was concluded with them at Trois Rivières (1645). He worked closely with the missionaries, especially the Jesuits. Author not available, MONTMAGNY, CHARLES JACQUES HUAULT DE. , The Columbia Encyclopedia, Sixth Edition 2007 ...
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