The Duel for North America (1608-1763) The French & Indian War The Duel for North America (1608-1763)
Year of Warfare King William’s War (1689-1697) Queen Anne’s War (1702-1713) War of Jenkins’ Ear (1739-1742) King George’s War (1744-1748) French & Indian War (1754-1763)
North America – 1750
Outbreak of War Began in the Ohio Valley in May 1754. Lt. Colonel George Washington sent to prevent the French from putting the finishing touches on Fort Duquesne (Pittsburgh). Forced to retreat & surrender on July 4, 1754
The Albany Congress The British called a meeting in Albany, NY in order to devise a defensive plan. Led by Benjamin Franklin
The Albany Congress Constructed the Albany Plan of Union calling for a united defense against European & Native enemies. Rejected by the colonies as too restrictive. British thought it gave the colonies too much independence.
The Albany Congress
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Early Battles Early fights did not go well for colonists Experienced General Edward Braddock was sent to Virginia in 1755 to take Fort Duquesne Led a force of over 2000 soldiers Expedition was a disaster Braddock is mortally wounded
The Tide Turns British war efforts were ineffective until William Pitt took over as Prime Minister. Shifted British efforts from colonial skirmishes to the conquering of Canada.
British Victories The French surrendered Quebec in 1759 & Montreal in 1760, thus being sent to the bargaining table. Ended in the Treaty of Paris in 1763. British took control of French Canada & Spanish Florida.
North America – 1763
Impact The British emerged as the dominant colonial power in North America. The British were not impressed with the colonial militias & felt that the colonists could not defend themselves.
Impact Colonists were proud of their ability to fend off the French & Native American armies. Britain owed a huge war debt. British citizens were left paying higher prices and skyrocketing taxes. Colonists did not like the idea of paying for the war effort.