BOUET, Marie

BOUET, Marie

Female Abt 1651 - 1687  (36 years)

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  • Name BOUET, Marie 
    Birth Abt 1651  Rouen, Seine-Maritime, Haute-Normandie, France Find all individuals with events at this location 
    • Source: PRDH Individual #12394
    Gender Female 
    Differentiator Fille du Roi King's Daughter, Names on monument of first French Ile d' Orleans settlers 
    Fille du Roi Yes 
    Immigration 1667  Quebec, Canada Find all individuals with events at this location 
    Yes 
    Religion Catholic 
    Death 20 Mar 1687  Sainte-Famille, L'Île-d'Orléans, Quebec, Canada Find all individuals with events at this location 
    Person ID I13235  My Genealogy
    Last Modified 15 Jul 2024 

    Family GUÉRARD, Martin,   b. 11 Sep 1633, Rouen, Seine-Maritime, Haute-Normandie, France Find all individuals with events at this locationd. 19 Apr 1676, Sainte-Famille, L'Île-d'Orléans, Quebec, Canada Find all individuals with events at this location (Age 42 years) 
    Children 
     1. GUERARD LEGRAPT, Charles,   b. 4 Feb 1670, Sainte-Foy, Quebec (Urban Agglomeration), Quebec, Canada Find all individuals with events at this locationd. 8 May 1743, Sainte-Foy, Quebec (Urban Agglomeration), Quebec, Canada Find all individuals with events at this location (Age 73 years)  [Father: natural]  [Mother: natural]
    Family ID F9458  Group Sheet  |  Family Chart
    Last Modified 15 Jul 2024 

  • Event Map
    Link to Google MapsBirth - Abt 1651 - Rouen, Seine-Maritime, Haute-Normandie, France Link to Google Earth
    Link to Google MapsImmigration - Yes - 1667 - Quebec, Canada Link to Google Earth
    Link to Google MapsDeath - 20 Mar 1687 - Sainte-Famille, L'Île-d'Orléans, Quebec, Canada Link to Google Earth
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  • Photos
    Marie Bouet - 8th great grandmother
    Filles du Roi
    Filles du Roi
    Filles du Roy Plaque

    Documents
    Filles du Roi
    Filles du Roi

    Histories
    Filles du Roi - 'King's Daughters'
    Filles du Roi - "King's Daughters"

    Albums
    King's Daughters: Filles du Roi (1663-1673)
    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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