Why did the French establish a fortified settlement at Montreal in 1643?
A) To enable hunting and gathering without disruption by Indians
B) To extend their fur trade west
C) To defend their land from the English
D) To support missionary efforts to convert nearby Hurons

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The French established a fortified settlement at Montreal primarily to extend their fur trade westward, as it was strategically located for trade with various Indigenous groups.

Why Did the French Establish a Fortified Settlement at Montreal