Pierre Benoit
Malecite murder victim
About Pierre Benoit
Pierre Benoit was a Canadian.
Pierre Benoît (died 20 May 1786) was an indigenous person in the Malecite nation who was murdered by settlers in York County, New Brunswick.
He is important to the early history of Canada, and more particularly New Brunswick in that the trial of the two accused following his death was swift and set a standard of justice that was inclusive of First Nations people.
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Important facts
Frequently asked questions
Who was Pierre Benoit?
Malecite murder victim
When did Pierre Benoit die?
Pierre Benoit died on 20 May 1786.
What nationality was Pierre Benoit?
Pierre Benoit was Canadian.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Pierre Benoit (Malecite)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Pierre Benoit. https://biography.guide/pierre-benoit-qdacb7472/
MLA: "Pierre Benoit." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/pierre-benoit-qdacb7472/.
Chicago: "Pierre Benoit." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/pierre-benoit-qdacb7472/.
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