French Colonial Louisiana review

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Why did the French settle in Louisiana?

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It was a strategic location between New Spain and the British colonies.

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What regions were the French attracted to?

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Places near bodies of water for trade.

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Beinville founded the capital of Louisiana he named

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New Orleans

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What people came to Louisiana as indentured servants and became successful farmers?

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Germans

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What was the slave code called in Louisiana that limited the rights of Slave owners and slaves?

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Code Noir

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What is the oldest permanent settlement in the State of Louisiana?

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Nitchitoches

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What impact did the Mississippi bubble have in Louisiana?

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The population increased as people came to Louisiana to find wealth.

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Why was Beinville important?

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He governed the Louisiana colony and founded New Orleans.

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Why were immigrants important to the French colonies?

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They increased the population and workforce.

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Where did Native Americans revolt against the French over taking their lands?

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Natchez.