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Which two explorers preceded La Salle on the upper Mississippi?

  • Columbus and Vespucci

  • Joliet and Marquette

  • Lewis and Clark

  • Cabot and Drake

Answer

Joliet and Marquette, French explorers, made significant contributions to the exploration of the upper Mississippi River before La Salle's arrival. In 1673, they embarked on a groundbreaking expedition, becoming the first Europeans to navigate the Mississippi River's northern reaches. Their journey provided crucial knowledge about the region's geography, Native American tribes, and resources, laying the groundwork for future explorations and settlements.
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