The Seven Years’ War A world conflict

War in the Colonies The Seven Years’ War, Pontiac’s War and the

consequences of violence

 

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The Seven Years’ War A world conflict

 

 

Seven Years’ War starts in North America

• The North American theater of the war is called the French and Indian War.

• It was the first instance of a military action led by George Washington.

• American Indians were central to the conflict.

 

 

From your readings, how would you characterize Washington’s

actions during this war?

 

 

Consequences of the Seven Years’ War

 

 

Pontiac’s Rebellion • Inspired by religious desire to return to traditional ways. • Tried to push British out of North America. • Escalated violent exchanges between Indians and colonists.

 

 

Proclamation Line of 1763

• Crown’s response to violence.

• Limited westward expansion by colonists.

• Reserved territory for Indians.

 

 

After fighting the Seven Years’ War and Pontiac’s Rebellion, how would you

characterize the relationship between Britain and British subjects in Europe and

the colonists in North America?