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MOITIE, Marguerite Marie

MOITIE, Marguerite Marie

Female 1646 - 1701  (55 years)

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  • Name MOITIE, Marguerite Marie 
    Birth 29 Jan 1646  La Rochelle, Charente-Maritime, Poitou-Charentes, France Find all individuals with events at this location 
    Gender Female 
    Differentiator Fille du Roi Daughter of the King 
    Fille du Roi Yes 
    Death 8 Jun 1701  Sainte-Famille, L'Île-d'Orléans, Quebec, Canada Find all individuals with events at this location 
    Person ID I12153  My Genealogy
    Last Modified 4 Feb 2024 

    Family GAUTIER, Joseph-Elie,   b. 11 Oct 1640, Niort, Deux-Sèvres, Poitou-Charentes, France Find all individuals with events at this locationd. 9 Dec 1700, Sainte-Famille, L'Île-d'Orléans, Quebec, Canada Find all individuals with events at this location (Age 60 years) 
    Marriage 24 Oct 1663  Chateau Richer, La Côte-de-Beaupré, Quebec, Canada Find all individuals with events at this location 
    Children 
    +1. GAUTHIER, Jacques,   b. 3 Aug 1680, Sainte-Famille, L'Île-d'Orléans, Quebec, Canada Find all individuals with events at this locationd. 11 aoû 1730, Chambly, La Vallée-du-Richelieu, Quebec, Canada Find all individuals with events at this location (Age 49 years)  [Father: natural]  [Mother: natural]
     2. GAUTHIER, Andre,   b. 25 Apr 1678, L'Île-d'Orléans, Quebec, Canada Find all individuals with events at this locationd. 9 Aug 1730, Chambly, La Vallée-du-Richelieu, Quebec, Canada Find all individuals with events at this location (Age 52 years)  [Father: natural]  [Mother: natural]
     3. GAUTHIER, Joseph,   b. 29 Nov 1664, Chateau Richer, La Côte-de-Beaupré, Quebec, Canada Find all individuals with events at this locationd. 27 Sep 1684, Sainte-Famille, L'Île-d'Orléans, Quebec, Canada Find all individuals with events at this location (Age 19 years)  [Father: natural]  [Mother: natural]
     4. GAUTHIER, Marguerite Marie,   b. 14 Dec 1666, Sainte-Famille, L'Île-d'Orléans, Quebec, Canada Find all individuals with events at this locationd. 21 Dec 1702, Sainte-Famille, L'Île-d'Orléans, Quebec, Canada Find all individuals with events at this location (Age 36 years)  [Father: natural]  [Mother: natural]
     5. GAUTHIER, Louise,   b. 20 Dec 1668, Sainte-Famille, L'Île-d'Orléans, Quebec, Canada Find all individuals with events at this locationd. 20 Jun 1743, Saint-Jean-de-l'Île-d'Orléans, L'Île-d'Orléans, Quebec, Canada Find all individuals with events at this location (Age 74 years)  [Father: natural]  [Mother: natural]
     6. GAUTHIER, Marie Anne (Judith),   b. 3 Mar 1670, Sainte-Famille, L'Île-d'Orléans, Quebec, Canada Find all individuals with events at this locationd. 5 May 1755, Saint-Jean-de-l'Île-d'Orléans, L'Île-d'Orléans, Quebec, Canada Find all individuals with events at this location (Age 85 years)  [Father: natural]  [Mother: natural]
     7. GAUTHIER, François,   b. 23 Oct 1682, Sainte-Famille, L'Île-d'Orléans, Quebec, Canada Find all individuals with events at this locationd. 1699?, Quebec, Canada Find all individuals with events at this location  [Father: natural]  [Mother: natural]
     8. GAUTHIER, Anne,   b. 20 déc. 1684, Sainte-Famille, L'Île-d'Orléans, Quebec, Canada Find all individuals with events at this locationd. 27 déc. 1684, Sainte-Famille, L'Île-d'Orléans, Quebec, Canada Find all individuals with events at this location (Age 0 years)  [Father: natural]  [Mother: natural]
     9. GAUTHIER, Geneviève,   b. 6 Aug 1686, Sainte-Famille, L'Île-d'Orléans, Quebec, Canada Find all individuals with events at this locationd. 13 Sep 1750, Quebec, Canada Find all individuals with events at this location (Age 64 years)  [Father: natural]  [Mother: natural]
    Family ID F9270  Group Sheet  |  Family Chart
    Last Modified 4 Feb 2024 

  • Event Map
    Link to Google MapsBirth - 29 Jan 1646 - La Rochelle, Charente-Maritime, Poitou-Charentes, France Link to Google Earth
    Link to Google MapsMarriage - 24 Oct 1663 - Chateau Richer, La Côte-de-Beaupré, Quebec, Canada Link to Google Earth
    Link to Google MapsDeath - 8 Jun 1701 - Sainte-Famille, L'Île-d'Orléans, Quebec, Canada Link to Google Earth
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  • Photos
    Filles du Roi
    Filles du Roi
    Filles du Roy Plaque

    Documents
    Filles du Roi    		Filles du Roi

    Histories
    Filles du Roi - 'King's Daughters'    		Filles du Roi - "King's Daughters"

    Albums
    King's Daughters: Filles du Roi (1663-1673)    		King's Daughters: Filles du Roi (1663-1673) (7)
    The Filles du Roi, or the King's Daughters, were a group of courageous young women whose journey from France to New France (present-day Canada) between 1663 and 1673 played a pivotal role in the development of early North American society. My husband and I are honored to trace our lineage back to at least 60 of these remarkable women combined, whose enduring legacy is woven into the fabric of our family history.

    Sponsored by King Louis XIV, the Filles du Roi program was a strategic initiative to bolster the population of New France. Approximately 800 young women, primarily aged between 12 and 25, were selected for this program. Their mission was to encourage settlement and family formation in the colony, thereby promoting the growth of the French population in the New World.

    Prior to their departure, many of these women were required to obtain a letter of reference from their parish priest, affirming their character and suitability for this important undertaking. The recruitment process was concentrated in cities like Paris and Rouen, with each woman's passage and necessities funded at a cost of about 100 livres.

    Upon arrival in New France, the Filles du Roi were initially cared for by nuns. Given the significant gender imbalance in the colony, these women had a considerable degree of choice in selecting a spouse. To support their new beginnings, King Louis XIV provided dowries, usually comprising clothing and household supplies, to each woman.

    The Filles du Roi had a profound impact on the demographic landscape of Nouvelle-France. Their arrival and subsequent marriages significantly contributed to the population growth of the colony. In fact, by 1671, the number of births in Nouvelle-France had increased notably, a testament to their vital role in the expansion of the French presence in North America.

    Today, the descendants of the Filles du Roi are estimated to number in the millions across North America, a reflection of their significant and lasting influence.

    Despite facing numerous challenges, including the risks associated with the long ocean voyage and adapting to the demanding conditions of life in a new land, the Filles du Roi displayed remarkable resilience and determination. Their contribution to the establishment and growth of a French community in North America is a vital part of our history.

    This section is dedicated to celebrating the lives, challenges, and achievements of these extraordinary women. As we delve into their stories, we not only honor their memory but also recognize the profound impact they have had on our family and the broader narrative of New France.


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