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Samuel Champlain
French explorer of Canada; mentioned in travel narrative.
minor
Also known as Champlain
First appearance: II: Quebec and Montmorenci
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In The Wellfleet Oysterman: Cited for his 1606 exploration of a harbor (Oyster Harbor) where many good oysters were found. Later, in II: Quebec and Montmorenci: Mentioned in the context of early exploration of the St.
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