French and indian war
French and Indian war
1756-1763, settlers lived in fear of attack from the Indians and the French. Brought an end to French power in the New World
Pontiac
Ottawa chief that lead a war against the British
Quebec
French capital, British captured, both British and french commanders died
Treaty of Paris
1763, enhanced Britain's empire
George III
became king of England in 1760
France
was England's main opponent, had a strong Indian alliance
Britian
colonies were taxed to pay for the war, and George Washington's attack near Fort Duquesne was a failure. The British army could not defeat Pontiac at the beginning Pontiac and his men attacked