Is New Orleans a French Colonial City?

The history of New Orleans, Louisiana, traces the city's development from its founding by the French, through its period under Spanish control, then briefly back to French rule before being acquired by the United States in the Louisiana Purchase. In the 19th century, it was the largest port in the South, exporting most of the nation's cotton output and other products to Western Europe and New England. It was the largest and most important city in the South; thus it was an early target for capture by the Union during the Civil War. With its rich and unique cultural and architectural heritage, it remains a major destination for tourism, conventions, and major sports events, even after the major destruction and loss of life during Hurricane Katrina in 2005.

It WAS. It was also a Spanish colonial city. Al of south Louisiana was both, though the French influence was much stronger. I am a direct descendant of Spanish colonists. Yes, I live here.

No. It is an American city originally colonized by the French

There is a city called "Orleans" in France, just as there is a city called "York" in England.

But in France they pronounce it properly - "Or-lay-onh".

Remember that "Louisiana" is named after a king of France.

It was, on and off until the Louisiana Purchase (1803).

Yes, it was. Also, it was under the control of the Spanish at one time.

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