France wanted a larger empire, spices and riches, and to expand Christianity.
They also wanted animal furs. They enjoyed wearing hats and coats made out of
animal skins. The French may not have had good taste, but it was what they
liked!
Read about the explorers of the Mississippi River, La
Salle, Marquette, and Jolliet
and the explorer of the St. Lawrence River, Cartier.