6th It’s Spooky Time Ya’ll Warm Up AGENDA: Answer the two questions below in a complete sentence that restates the question: 1. What are the TWO terms used for a supporter of the Revolution? What are the TWO terms that are used for a person who did not support the Revolution? Get out your textbook turn to page 143 and complete the reading from yesterday if you have not done so. Read through 146 (Georgia’s Role in the War). AGENDA: -French and Indian War

The Revolutionary War in Georgia: At the start of the Revolutionary War, Georgia was divided into two groups: - Most citizens of Georgia were Tories (also called Loyalists, because they were loyal to King George III). Many agreed to fight in the British Army. * It may help you remember the Whigs from the Tories if you think …..LOYAL to the ROYAL

The Revolutionary War in Georgia: . The Revolutionary War in Georgia: At the start of the Revolutionary War, Georgia was divided into two factions: - A smaller group of colonists became Whigs (also known as Patriots); they wanted independence from Great Britain. * It may help you remember the Whigs from the Tories if you think of American Whig & General, George Washington, who famously wore a wig.

Introduction Video Watch the video on the French and Indian War Listen closely for the Causes and Effects.

French and Indian War Introduction: With Spain no longer a major threat, France emerged as the greatest rival to Great Britain By 1756, France and Britain had built huge empires in North America and were competing to become the strongest world power.

Causes of The French and Indian War The War broke out over the Ohio River valley (known for the rich resource of fur). Being initially fought far from Georgia’s borders, it had little impact on the state.

Basic Stats Began in 1754 It lasted nine years Part of a larger worldwide war known as the Seven Years War Lead to the American Revolution

Fear that one country would gain more power than the other The War Was Fueled by …. Greed Fear Fear that one country would gain more power than the other The hope to capture the most land in the new world and control its resources

How do they match up? Strong Army France Britain Strong Army Allies: Western tribes (Algonquin Indians) and Spain More experienced military leaders Did NOT argue among themselves Strong navy Allies: SIX Iroquois tribe and American Colonies Higher population

Territories Disputed

And the Winner is… Britain defeated France and her Allies by 1763. Outcome of War: France gave up all of its North American Colonies Spain was forced to give La Florida to Britain, but they were granted most of the French territory west of the Mississippi River

Change of Territories BEFORE 1763 AFTER 1763

How this affected Georgia… Georgia’s border expanded: South to St. Mary’s River West to Mississippi River North to land around Augusta