Pre-1789
Pre-1789: The colonial administration was divided between a Governor-General, who held supreme military command, and an Intendant, who managed the colony’s f…
Pre-1789: The colonial administration was divided between a Governor-General, who held supreme military command, and an Intendant, who managed the colony’s finances. These two crown-nominated officers often disagreed, which inadvertently provided the inhabitants with some protection against the abuse of their absolute powers.
Source · p. 2-3
Edwards, Historical Survey, 2-3