Today we will… Discuss how the rivalry between Britain and France led to war in North America

1. Today we will… Discuss how the rivalry between Britain and France led to war in North America Packet from the table Finish notes

2. COLONIES TRADE FRANCE ENGLAND

3. GREAT LAKES GULF OF MEXICO FORTS WEST EXPANDING

4. NORTH AMERICA – 1753 The most serious threat to England in North America came from France To protect their land claims, France built an extensive system of forts. These forts blocked the English colonies from expanding to the west. KEY = French forts

5. APPALACHIAN FURS MOUNTAINS FUR TRADE INDIANS OHIO RIVER CANADA MISSISSIPPI RIVER

6. At first, most English settlers were content to stay along the Atlantic coast but, by the 1740’s English traders crossed the Appalachian Mts. into the Ohio River Valley in search of furs The French had established a successful fur trade with the natives

7. IROQUOIS ALGONQUIN & HURON

8. DISPUTED LAND CLAIMS

9. The French and Indian War Begins – page 142 • At the young age of 22, George Washington showed great leadership skills 1. 2. Picture

10. The Albany Congress – page 143 • The meeting in Albany, New York was important for the success of the colonies 1. 2. Picture • Feelings were mixed in the 13 Colonies concerning the “grand Council” 1. 2. Picture

11. A String of British Defeats– pages 143-144 • Under General Braddock, the British had a difficult time taking Ft. Duquesne 1. 2. Picture

12. The Tide of Battle Turns – page 144 • As the new leader of the British government, William Pitt had a large influence on the outcome of the French and Indian War 1. 2. Picture

13. The Fall of New France – pages 144-145 • The Battle for Quebec was a major turning point in the French and Indian War 1. 2. Picture • The Treaty of paris determined which nations would control North America 1. 2. Picture

14. French/Indian War HW