American Studies: The U.S. Government
1756-1763 Seven Years War or French and Indian War
What is it?
Big European war
In North America: between Great Britain and the French (with Indians)
Territorial dispute
1763 Peace of Paris – Outcome
Great Britain won
Gained New France
Gained ‘Louisiana’
Spain got western part of Louisiana in exchange for Florida
“ – Consequences
Colonists angry about Indian reserve
New taxes
And…
British laws
British import taxes
Food and shelter for British soldiers
1756-1763 Seven Years War or French and Indian War
What is it?
Big European war
In North America: between Great Britain and the French (with Indians)
Territorial dispute
1763 Peace of Paris – Outcome
Great Britain won
Gained New France
Gained ‘Louisiana’
Spain got western part of Louisiana in exchange for Florida
“ – Consequences
Colonists angry about Indian reserve
New taxes
And…
British laws
British import taxes
Food and shelter for British soldiers