The French approach to colonization refers to the methods and strategies employed by France in establishing and maintaining colonies during the late seventeenth century. This approach was characterized by a focus on trade, cooperation with indigenous peoples, and the establishment of trading posts.
Related terms
Mercantilism: An economic policy where colonies were seen as sources of raw materials for their mother country's industries and markets for their finished goods.
Alliances: Agreements or partnerships formed between the French colonizers and Native American tribes to ensure mutual protection, trade benefits, or military support.
Fur Trade: A significant economic activity in which French colonists traded furs with Native Americans for European goods. It played a crucial role in shaping French settlements in North America.