Claude-Jean Allouez

Claude Jean Allouez (June 6, 1622 – August 28, 1689) was a Jesuit missionary and French explorer of North America. He established a number of missions among the indigenous people living near Lake Superior.

Claude-Jean Allouez
Personal
Born(1622-06-06)June 6, 1622
Saint-Didier-en-Velay, France
DiedAugust 28, 1689(1689-08-28) (aged 67)
Near Niles, Michigan
ReligionRoman Catholicism
NationalityFrench explorer of North America
Known forMissionary who founded several missions, including St. Francis Xavier Mission, Wisconsin
Signature
OrderJesuit missionary
Senior posting
Previous postVicar general of the diocese of Quebec
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