Why Do You Think I Have This Outrageous Accent?

The first white man to explore the Ontario region was Etienne Brule of France. He encountered a wandering band of Iroquois indians intent on killing him.

The explorer stopped and faced his pursuers then said, "You want to kill me because I explore ? Isn't it enough punishment I am French and have to reside in this land?"

The Iroquois provided Monsieur Brule safe conduct back to his encampment.