The word "Canada" first appeared in 1535 in this French explorer's journal
French Exploration, Exploration, American Beginnings: 1492 ... [PAR] Cartier: Account of the second voyage to the St. Lawrence River, 1535-1536, 
excerpts (PDF) ... As we turn to the French explorers, let us repeat the litany of 
hardships that ... [Marquette, 1673 expedition journal, publ.