180-de la Salle part three

Discovering America Podcast by Terry Noorda

Sep 11, 202646:56Education

La Salle had an uphill battle at every turn. Men that deserted, credit problems by those who didn't like him, and Indian problems amongst the different tribes. But he held on to gain the supplies he needed to push forwar...

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