A True Piece Of History;

This antique model ship is a true piece of history, representing the 1692 French warship 300 "L'aigle D'or". Crafted from high-quality wood, it showcases intricate details that make it a unique and valuable addition to any collection. With its impressive size of over 60 inches, it is truly a sight to behold. The ship was used by the French Navy during a significant time period of war and is a testament to the military prowess of the time. Despite its age, the ship has been well-preserved and is in excellent condition. Its originality and rarity make it a highly sought-after item among collectors. 

The L'aigle D'or or "The Eagle" was a fifth rate French Warship the end of the 17th century. Built in Bayonne by carpenter Felix Arnaud, The Aigle was launched in 1692. It was equipped with 24-40 cannons and served during Louis XIV's last two conflicts "War of the league of Augsburg" & "War of the spanish succession". 

On March 28, 1963 , Nicolas Gargot de La Rochette (1619-1664), "known as Jambe de bois", obtained a commission from Grand Master, Chief and General Superintendent of Navigation and Commerce of France to command two vessels from the king destined for Newfoundland and “country of Canada or new France”. It was eight days after the Edict of King Louis XIV establishing New France as a royal province.

These king's ships are L'Aigle d'Or (300 tx), commanded by Gargot himself, and Le Jardin de Hollande (300 tx), commanded by Jean Guillon de Leaubertière.

Gargot de La Rochette seems to be the king's trusted man because he is "a highly experienced person both by the ability" that he acquired in various other jobs and by the good and prudent conduct that he had during his voyage of 1662. But also for the particular confidence that the king has in his dexterity, courage and intelligence regarding the weapons of the navy and his loyalty and affection in the service of His Majesty.

On March 20 previously, a statement had been recorded of the expenditure that the king intended to make for the refit and arming of the vessels L'Aigle d'Or and Le Jardin de Hollande "which must bring to Quebec and Plaisance the aid that His Majesty sends there and for the collection, sustenance and provisions of the families who must pass through the said places.

On April 22 , embarkation became more precise, because a second “Statement of expenditure” was drawn up by Henry Cadoub, treasurer general of the Navy, and countersigned by Louis Matharel, secretary general of the Navy. This state of expenditure is different from the first in that the armament of these two ships is defined much more.