HIS326Y5 Lecture Notes - Lecture 2: Jeanne Mance, Salic Law, Matriarchy
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Pre revolutionary france ( 1500-1789) was governed by aristocratic values ( family names, military honour, public service, noble hospitabilty and manners). 17th century canada was founded at a time when a catholic religious revial also influenced the. Louis the 14th- king of france; very jealous of other men often gave responsibilities to women. In 18th century large amount of careers for women than in later times. Madeleine de vercheres in october 1692 ( 14 year old girl) helped defend her fort againt. Iroquois attack ; because is apart of a blue blood military family ; had the ability and authority to give orders and direct to commoners. Nuns began to arrive in new canada and convert young native children; many children died from dieases after contact; change from matriarchial to patriarcial. Many children ran away; did not like confinement. Raised money to found a hospital in monteral. Marguete bourgeoy ;taught in new france for ordinary children.
