Jean Taché
Male, Deceased Person
1698 – 1768
Who was Jean Taché?
Jean Taché, made his first trip to Canada in 1727 to deal in furs and engage in other business activities. By 1730, he had become a permanent resident of the colony and was successful as a merchant and trader. He was also was a militia captain in the government of Quebec.
France's surrender of the colony of Quebec in 1763 curtailed his business activities. Under the new British rule, Taché was one of the first Canadians to be called as members of the Grand Jury for the district of Quebec. In 1768, he received a commission as a notary but died shortly after. He had at least 10 children and his ancestors contributed to French-Canadian society during the 19th century.
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- Born
- 1698
Tarn-et-Garonne - Also known as
- Jean Tache
- Died
- Apr 18, 1768
Quebec City
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on July 23, 2013
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