Century of Imperial War

1. Century of Imperial War Big D Fuego The T’s

2. Century of Imperial War • As a result of French and Britain ambitions different wars occurred for the conquering of the new world. • As the 18th century progressed, the views of the colonists as well as their character changed.

3. King William's and Queen Anne's Wars • Remained the same for territorial control • High stakes for their rivalries. • Native Americans suffered as a result of the two wars

4. King George's War and Its Aftermath • Inspired Americans to gain control and settle west. • The treaty was a disappointment since the colonies did not move • Undeclared warfare in the Ohio valley, 1750’s.

5. Albany Congress and Braddock's Defeat • Benjamin Franklin proposes a plan for colonial defense and westward expansion. • It is rejected by the colonial assemblies. • To stop the French from expanding the British led unsuccessful attack to the Ohio valley where fort Duquesne was located.

6. Seven Years' War • The English wanted to move The French out of Mississippi Valley. • May 18, 1756 : British declared war on France. In America it was the French and Indian War and the Seven Years War in Europe. • William Pitt became head of the ministry in 1756 (army and navy). • Victory in America caused economic problems in the future. • 1758- captured Louisburg cutting supply for France. • Sep. 8, 1760 French surrender in Montreal. • Feb. 10, 1763:Peace of Paris gave Britain territory in Canada, Florida, and all east of Mississippi river.

7. Perceptions of War • America was drawn into closer contact with the British. • George Washington- learned that the British were not invincible. • British officials accused Americans • Americans became aware of what they had become after the Seven Years’ War. • British noticed how unorganized America was. • James Wolfe (Hero of Quebec) perception of Americans after the war.