Augustin de Saffray de Mésy
Augustin de Saffray de Mézy or Mésy (c. 1598 – 6 May 1665) was Governor General of New France from 15 September 1663 to 6 May 1665. He was the first to hold the post after Louis XIV of France took over the control of the colony from the Company of 100 Associates. His term was marked by the establishment of the Sovereign Council and conflict with Bishop François de Laval. Mézy died in office at Quebec on 6 May 1665.
Augustin de Saffray de Mézy | |
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| Born | c. 1598 Normandy, France |
| Died | 6 May 1665 (aged 66–67) Quebec, New France |
| Governor General of New France | |
| In office 15 September 1663 – 6 May 1665 | |
| Preceded by | Pierre du Bois d'Avaugour |
| Succeeded by | Daniel de Rémy de Courcelle |
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