DURAND, Marie-Jeanne
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Photos Durand Jeanne - immigration 1663 Bégin Louis - Durand J - plaque 2005 Bégin Louis - Durand J - plaque 2005
Documents Filles du Roi
Histories Filles du Roi - "King's Daughters" Jeanne Durand
Albums King's Daughters: Filles du Roi (1663-1673) (7)
The Filles du Roi, or the King's Daughters, were a group of courageous young women whose journey from France to New France (present-day Canada) between 1663 and 1673 played a pivotal role in the development of early North American society. My husband and I are honored to trace our lineage back to at least 60 of these remarkable women combined, whose enduring legacy is woven into the fabric of our family history.
Sponsored by King Louis XIV, the Filles du Roi program was a strategic initiative to bolster the population of New France. Approximately 800 young women, primarily aged between 12 and 25, were selected for this program. Their mission was to encourage settlement and family formation in the colony, thereby promoting the growth of the French population in the New World.
Prior to their departure, many of these women were required to obtain a letter of reference from their parish priest, affirming their character and suitability for this important undertaking. The recruitment process was concentrated in cities like Paris and Rouen, with each woman's passage and necessities funded at a cost of about 100 livres.
Upon arrival in New France, the Filles du Roi were initially cared for by nuns. Given the significant gender imbalance in the colony, these women had a considerable degree of choice in selecting a spouse. To support their new beginnings, King Louis XIV provided dowries, usually comprising clothing and household supplies, to each woman.
The Filles du Roi had a profound impact on the demographic landscape of Nouvelle-France. Their arrival and subsequent marriages significantly contributed to the population growth of the colony. In fact, by 1671, the number of births in Nouvelle-France had increased notably, a testament to their vital role in the expansion of the French presence in North America.
Today, the descendants of the Filles du Roi are estimated to number in the millions across North America, a reflection of their significant and lasting influence.
Despite facing numerous challenges, including the risks associated with the long ocean voyage and adapting to the demanding conditions of life in a new land, the Filles du Roi displayed remarkable resilience and determination. Their contribution to the establishment and growth of a French community in North America is a vital part of our history.
This section is dedicated to celebrating the lives, challenges, and achievements of these extraordinary women. As we delve into their stories, we not only honor their memory but also recognize the profound impact they have had on our family and the broader narrative of New France.
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Name DURAND, Marie-Jeanne Birth 8 Jul 1654 Quimper, Finistère, Bretagne, France Gender Female Differentiator Filles du Roi Fille du Roi Yes Death 28 Jul 1722 Lauzon, Lévis, Quebec, Canada Person ID I14258 My Genealogy Last Modified 15 Jul 2024
Family BÉGIN, Louis-Philippe, b. 28 Sep 1631, Saint-Léonard, Honfleur, Calvados, Basse-Normandie, France d. 25 Dec 1708, Lauzon, Lévis, Quebec, Canada
(Age 77 years)
Marriage 15 Oct 1668 Quebec City, Quebec (Urban Agglomeration), Quebec, Canada Children 1. BEGIN, Marie Therese, b. 27 Sep 1674, Lauzon, Lévis, Quebec, Canada d. 4 Oct 1674, Lauzon, Lévis, Quebec, Canada
(Age 0 years) [Father: natural] [Mother: natural]
2. BÉGIN, Jacques, b. 12 Feb 1682, Lauzon, Lévis, Quebec, Canada d. 18 Feb 1682, Lauzon, Lévis, Quebec, Canada
(Age 0 years) [Father: natural] [Mother: natural]
3. BEGIN, Marie Anne, b. 2 Aug 1669, Lauzon, Lévis, Quebec, Canada d. 3 Oct 1687, Lauzon, Lévis, Quebec, Canada
(Age 18 years) [Father: natural] [Mother: natural]
4. BEGIN, Joan, b. 14 Oct 1678, Lauzon, Lévis, Quebec, Canada d. Lauzon, Lévis, Quebec, Canada
[Father: natural] [Mother: natural]
5. BEGIN, Louis, b. 14 Oct 1678, Lauzon, Lévis, Quebec, Canada d. 1681, Lauzon, Lévis, Quebec, Canada
(Age 2 years) [Father: natural] [Mother: natural]
6. BÉGIN, Marie-Marguerite, b. 23 Jun 1672, Lauzon, Lévis, Quebec, Canada d. 14 Dec 1700, Beaumont, Bellechasse, Quebec, Canada
(Age 28 years) [Father: natural] [Mother: natural]
7. BÉGIN, Elizabeth, b. 5 Nov 1675, Lauzon, Lévis, Quebec, Canada d. 21 Dec 1695, Lauzon, Lévis, Quebec, Canada
(Age 20 years) [Father: natural] [Mother: natural]
8. BEGIN, Anonymous, b. 27 Feb 1683, Lévis, Quebec, Canada d. 27 Feb 1683, Lévis, Quebec, Canada
(Age 0 years) [Father: natural] [Mother: natural]
9. BÉGIN, Jean-Baptiste, b. 1685, Lauzon, Lévis, Quebec, Canada d. 6 Nov 1730, Quebec City, Quebec (Urban Agglomeration), Quebec, Canada
(Age 45 years) [Father: natural] [Mother: natural]
▻ CARRIER, Louise m. 23 Jan 171410. BEGIN, Suzanne, b. 1688, Lévis, Quebec, Canada [Father: natural] [Mother: natural]
11. BEGIN, Charles, b. 1693, Lauzon, Lévis, Quebec, Canada d. 1713, Lauzon, Lévis, Quebec, Canada
(Age 20 years) [Father: natural] [Mother: natural]
12. BEGIN, Jacques, b. 29 May 1696, Lauzon, Lévis, Quebec, Canada d. 20 Oct 1756, Lauzon, Lévis, Quebec, Canada
(Age 60 years) [Father: natural] [Mother: natural]
13. BÉGIN, Etienne Jacques, b. 12 May 1691, Lauzon, Lévis, Quebec, Canada d. 16 Dec 1759, Lauzon, Lévis, Quebec, Canada
(Age 68 years) [Father: natural] [Mother: natural]
▻ ROCHERON, Genevieve Charlotte m. 27 May 1722; ROCHON, Marie-Geneviève m. 27 May 172214. BEGIN, Suzanne d. 4 Oct 1674, Quebec City, Quebec (Urban Agglomeration), Quebec, Canada [Father: natural] [Mother: natural]
Family ID F11545 Group Sheet | Family Chart Last Modified 15 Jul 2024
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Event Map Birth - 8 Jul 1654 - Quimper, Finistère, Bretagne, France Marriage - 15 Oct 1668 - Quebec City, Quebec (Urban Agglomeration), Quebec, Canada Death - 28 Jul 1722 - Lauzon, Lévis, Quebec, Canada = Link to Google Earth
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