Jean-Baptiste Le Moyne de Bienville
Jean-Baptiste Le Moyne de Bienville was a French-Canadian explorer and the founder of New Orleans, known for establishing the city's distinctive grid layout and playing a pivotal role in the early development of French Louisiana in the early 18th century.
Born on Feb 23, 1680 (346 years old)
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Jean-Baptiste Le Moyne de Bienville founded the colony of La Nouvelle-Orléans as part of French efforts to bolster their presence in North America.
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