1608 in Quebec

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Years in Quebec:    1608 1609 1610 1611
Centuries: 16th century · 17th century · 18th century
Decades: 1570s 1580s 1590s 1600s 1610s 1620s 1630s
Years: 1605 1606 1607 1608 1609 1610 1611

Events from the year 1608 in Quebec.

Events[]

  • The first group of French settlers arrive in what is today Tadoussac, marking the beginning of a continuous Francophone presence in North America.
  • Quebec City is founded. The first city in New France begins as a fortified point. Constructions are begun on July 3 under Samuel de Champlain.

Births[]

John Milton was born in London on December 9, 1608, to John and Sara Milton.

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