What did the French and British think of non-Christians as First Nations people?

The French and British views of non-Christians among First Nations people were often shaped by their colonial and religious attitudes. The French, influenced by Jesuit missionaries, tended to have a more respectful view, seeing potential for conversion and cultural exchange. In contrast, the British often viewed First Nations people through a lens of superiority, perceiving them as "savages" and prioritizing land acquisition over cultural understanding. Both perspectives often led to policies and actions that disregarded the rights and sovereignty of Indigenous peoples.