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Jean-Bonaventure Rousseau

1727 – 1774

Fur trader

Fur trader
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Lived 1727 – 1774 (aged 47). Jean-Bonaventure Rousseau was a French fur trader.

Jean-Bonaventure Rousseau (1726–1774) was an influential fur trader in New France, and, after its capture by Great Britain, the Province of Canada.

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Important facts

Born
22 April 1727, Montreal
Birth century
18th century
Died
10 October 1774, Montreal
Occupation
Fur trader
Nationality
France

Family & relationships

Child
Jean Baptiste Rousseau (fur trader)

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Jean-Bonaventure Rousseau?

Fur trader

When was Jean-Bonaventure Rousseau born?

Jean-Bonaventure Rousseau was born on 22 April 1727 in Montreal.

When did Jean-Bonaventure Rousseau die?

Jean-Bonaventure Rousseau died on 10 October 1774 in Montreal.

What was Jean-Bonaventure Rousseau's occupation?

Jean-Bonaventure Rousseau was a fur trader.

What nationality was Jean-Bonaventure Rousseau?

Jean-Bonaventure Rousseau was French.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Jean-Bonaventure Rousseau

· Wikidata: Q94635916

· DBpedia: Jean-Bonaventure Rousseau

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