Understanding the Seigneurial System of Land
Michael J. Leclerc, CG
Content
Introduction
6:47
Quebec System
5:13
First Seigneurs
5:57
The Intendant
4:08
Seigneurial Responsibilities
2:45
Cens et Rentes
2:08
Rotures
5:17
Seigneurial Notaires
6:09
Feudal Abolition Act
5:21
Where are the Records?
5:53
Conclusion
0:32
About this webinar
France introduced the feudal system of land tenure in the colonial era. This system remained in place for more than 200 years, not ending until the mid-nineteenth century. It was used by everyone in the province, not just the French. Learn how the system worked and where to find land records for your Quebec ancestors.
About the speaker
Michael J. Leclerc, CG, is a well-known professional genealogist who teaches family historians around the world. He is a longtime member of the teaching team for the Boston University Online Genealogy...
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