Sovereign Council of New France

The Sovereign Council of New France was a political body appointed by the King of France and consisting of a Governor General, an intendant and a bishop of the Roman Catholic Church. All were answering to the French Minister of the Marine. The members of the council were chosen as part of the French nobility.

Related Topics:
King of France - Intendant - Roman Catholic Church

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The introduction of this government cancelled the contract with the Compagnie de la Nouvelle France which apparently, had failed to organize the establishement of thousands of colonists in America. The institution lasted from its introduction in 1663 to the fall of New France in 1760.

Related Topics:
Compagnie de la Nouvelle France - 1663 - 1760

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