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The surname Chartrent was first found in Brittany, where this distinguished family held a family seat since ancient times.
This important family were deeply involved in the events of the times, including the French Revolution and the resultant political and social changes. Outstanding at this time, Jean Hyacinthe Sébastien Chartran was a member of the military who was among those who carried out the last campaigns of the Revolution and of the Empire. As a result, he rose quickly in the military ranks and on 12th September 1813, he was promoted to General of the Brigade. Later, he was granted the title of Officer of the Legion of Honour.
On 3rd February 1711, Joseph Chartrand, son of Thomas and Jeanne (née Matou), arrived in Rivière des Prairies, Quebec from France. He married Marie Chapelain, daughter of Bernard and Eleonore (née Mouillard). 1
This web page shows only a small excerpt of our Chartrent research. The year 1813 is included under the topic Early Chartrent History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible.
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More information is included under the topic Early Chartrent Notables in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible.
Some of the first settlers of this family name or some of its variants were: Thomas Cherten who married Jeanne Matou in Montréal in 1679 (ancestor of Sir P.-L.-D.-E. Leblanc); Pierre Chartran who married Jeanne Hogue in Montré.