Jean-Baptiste Beauharnois was a French colonial administrator and military officer known for his role in the early 18th century. He served as the Governor of New France, a vast territory in North America that included parts of present-day Canada and the United States. His leadership was marked by efforts to strengthen French influence in the region and manage relations with Indigenous peoples. Beauharnois was also involved in various military campaigns during the French and Indian War, which was part of the larger Seven Years' War. His tenure as governor saw both successes and challenges, as he navigated the complexities of colonial governance and the competition with British forces in North America.