Pierre-Jean De Smet was born on January 30, 1801 in Belgium. The Jesuit missionary who was set out to Christianize the American Indians, and became the arbiter in disputes between them and the settlers.
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About
The Jesuit missionary who was set out to Christianize the American Indians, and became the arbiter in disputes between them and the settlers.
Before Fame
He traveled to America, where he became an ordained priest.
Trivia
Rather than trying to take the Indians by force, he used negotiation.
Family Life
He was born in Belgium, practiced abstinence, and gave his life to the church.
Associated With
Ferdinand Konscak was another well-known Jesuit missionary and Explorer.