Jacques Cartier is credited with the discovery of New France, having made three voyages to North America between 1534 and 1542, where he explored the St. Lawrence River and claimed the territory for France. Samuel de Champlain, on the other hand, is known as the "Father of New France" for establishing the first permanent French settlement in Quebec in 1608 and furthering exploration and colonization efforts in the region. While Cartier laid the groundwork, Champlain played a crucial role in developing and sustaining the French presence in North America.
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