Duluth, Minnesota was named after the French soldier and explorer Daniel Greysolon, Sieur DuLhut. “DuLhut” was also spelled “Du Lhut,” “Du Luth,” or “Duluth”.
One interesting fact about Daniel Greysolon is that his lifespan closely matched the French king under whom he served, the famous Louis XIV. Also known as the Sun King, Louis XIV lived from 1638 until 1715, and he ruled France from 1643 to 1715. DuLhut lived from 1639 until 1710, and served in the French military from 1657 to 1696.
During these years of the late 1600s, France was frequently at war, while also expanding its influence in North America.
Sources: Britannica, MNopedia, Palace of Versailles
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