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The site, which received national distinction in 1933, honours the settlement and trading post established by Jean-Pierre Roma in 1732, a pivotal development that strengthened the French presence on Prince Edward Island.&#8221;This road is not as well worked as the other one &#8230; most of the trees lying on the ground across the road have been left where they lie, since it is easy enough to step over them&#8221; &#8211; commented Jean Pierre Roma about the road built between Trois Rivi\u00e8res and Port la Joye. (from Jill MacLean&#8217;s book on Roma)Since its inception in 2004, Three Rivers Roma Inc., a not-for-profit charitable organization, has owned and operated the Roma at Three Rivers site. This remarkable achievement is largely due to the\u00a0 dedication of a local volunteer Board of Directors. These volunteers have worked tirelessly over the years, ensuring the site&#8217;s preservation, accessibility, and vibrancy. 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