Henri de Tonti
Definition
Henri de Tonti (1649–1704) was an Italian-born explorer who played a key role in early French expeditions into North America, particularly around Great Lakes region and Mississippi River valley.
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AP World History: Modern - 4.2 Exploration: Causes and Events from 1450 to 1750
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