# The French — Essays character guide

> The French in Essays by Henry David Thoreau.

**Role:** minor

**Also known as:** French, reputed French

**First appearance:** 0053-i-concord-to-montreal

## Who they are

National group encountered in Canadian travels.

## Relationships

### [The English](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/essays_2_se/characters/the_english)

_rivalry_

The English and the French are historical rivals, often in conflict over territory and influence in colonial and European affairs.

## In the story

### [II: Quebec and Montmorenci](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/essays_2_se/chapters/ii-quebec-and-montmorenci)

Referenced as the French-origin population of Quebec.

### [The Scenery of Quebec; and the River St. Lawrence](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/essays_2_se/chapters/v-the-scenery-of-quebec-and-the-river-st-lawrence)

Historical French settlers and explorers, including Roberval's company.

## Links

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