French in the Fur Trade

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The King of France controlled the Fur Trade and with those profits he benefited the colonies.
Jean-Baptiste Colbert lead a conflict between the Wendat so they can trade with them.
The French began to rely on the Wendat to bring their furs to Montreal from many other First Nations.
The trade furs for metal knives, axe heads, pots, needles, muskets, cloth, and glass beads.
Eight beaver pelts for one musket.
The French later established a treaty with other First Nations and began to trade with them as well.
The Fur Trade and peace between the French and the First Nations continued for years.