Now you’ll write a broadside that recruits people to come to New France or New Netherland.

Check off each of the items that you would want to include in your broadside.

a bold, catchy title

the benefits of coming to the New World

the dangers of the journey across the ocean

the uncertainty of living in an unknown land

the chance at wealth through the fur trade

excitement and exploration

the sadness of leaving your family behind

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Broadside for New France & New Netherland Recruitment


"A New Life Awaits You: Join the Adventure in New France & New Netherland!"


The Benefits of Coming to the New World:

  • Discover vast lands teeming with opportunity! Secure your future in flourishing settlements where you can own your own land.
  • Experience a fresh start away from the burdens of the Old World. Seek freedom from oppression, poverty, or overcrowding.
  • Participate in a society that values hard work and ingenuity, where your contributions can lead to immediate recognition and prosperity.

The Dangers of the Journey Across the Ocean:

  • Brave the treacherous waters of the Atlantic. The journey is long, and storms may threaten your passage.
  • Fear not, for countless pioneers have successfully made the voyage — with courage and hope, your dreams await across the ocean!

The Uncertainty of Living in an Unknown Land:

  • Embrace the uncertainty of a new land filled with challenges and adventures. Each day holds the promise of discovery!
  • Learn to adapt and thrive in an unfamiliar environment. The lessons you learn will forge a resilient spirit!

The Chance at Wealth Through the Fur Trade:

  • Join the booming fur trade! The demand for beaver pelts and other furs in Europe is skyrocketing; become a prosperous trader or fur trapper.
  • Build profitable relations with Indigenous tribes and unlock the secrets of this bountiful land.

Excitement and Exploration:

  • Experience the thrill of exploration! Chart the unknown territories, encounter diverse cultures, and partake in the ultimate adventure.
  • Become part of a greater narrative — the epic tale of discovery and colonization that will be told for generations to come!

The Sadness of Leaving Your Family Behind:

  • Understand that the journey may mean saying goodbye to loved ones, a heavy heart for every settler.
  • Yet, remember that your sacrifices may pave the way for a brighter future for your descendants in this promising land.

Answer the Call! Join us in New France or New Netherland! A whole new world of possibilities awaits you!


For inquiries regarding transportation and settlement opportunities, visit your local merchant or town clerk. Your adventure begins here!