France and England in North America, Part III: The Discovery of the Great West (1870)

France and England in North America, Part III: The Discovery of the Great West, published in 1870 by Francis Parkman, is a historical narrative that chronicles the exploration of the early American West. It focuses on the significant contributions of figures like Robert Cavelier de La Salle and examines the interactions with Native American tribes during this period. Parkman utilizes previously unexamined historical documents to provide a comprehensive account of La Salle's expeditions and the challenges faced in the pursuit of new trade routes and the elusive passage to the South Sea.