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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