The Myth of Champlain and the Hieroglyphs: Unraveling the Truth
The name Samuel de Champlain is synonymous with exploration and discovery in North America. The French explorer, cartographer, and writer is celebrated for his voyages along the St. Lawrence River, his founding of Quebec City, and his detailed maps of the region. Yet, a persistent myth surrounds Champlain: the claim that he deciphered the “hieroglyphs” … Read more