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Competing Claims
The British and French began claiming land in the Ohio River Valley. Both nations began building forts. -
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French and Indian War
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Early British Defeats
British troops commanded by General “Bulldog” Braddock suffer a devastating defeat to the French at Fort Duquesne -
War Spreads
The Seven Years' War begins as Great Britain declares war on France expanding the North American conflict to Europe, Africa, Asia and South America. -
Defeats for the English
The French led by Montcalm capture Fort William Henry. Following the surrender, Montcalm’s actions angers his Indian allies who capture or kill hundreds of unarmed British. -
Turning Point of the War
French surrender Quebec after a battle outside the city on the Plains of Abraham. -
Conflict Ends in North America
The British capture Montreal ending the conflict in North America. -
Treaty of Paris is signed
The Treaty of Paris ends the war between Britain and France. France loses most of its North American holdings.
