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THE ROAD TO REVOLUTION 1700 1774

THE FRENCH AND INDIAN WAR CAUSES EFFECTS SUMMARY

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In conflict with [Great Britain’s claim] was France’s claim to the whole of the Mississippi valley, including the Ohio Valley, based upon the explorations of René-Robert Cavelier, de la Salle. Starting from Canada, La Salle moved through the Great Lakes and then, after descending the Mississippi River in 1682, took possession in the name of the king of France of all lands drained by the river and its tributaries.The difference between the two countries’ claims were Britain’s claims were based upon old royal charters while France’s were based upon
A
royal charters that were somewhat newer than those of Great Britain.
B
France having arrived in North America years earlier than Great Britain.
C
treaties signed between Spain and France.
D
the actual exploration of the territories by Rene’-Robert de la Salle.
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The French and Indian War was part of a worldwide nine years’ war that took place between 1754 and 1763. It was fought between France and Great Britain to determine control of the vast colonial territory of North America.

Detailed explanation-2: -The issues of conflicting territorial claims between British and French colonies were turned over to a commission, but it reached no decision. Frontier areas were claimed by both sides, from Nova Scotia and Acadia in the north to the Ohio Country in the south.

Detailed explanation-3: -As expected, Britain declared war on France in 1803, and would remain at war for over a decade. During this period of war, Napoleon and British leaders concentrated on European affairs, but the conflict spilled over into the Atlantic.

Detailed explanation-4: -The French claimed the Upper Ohio River Valley. They wanted to trade with the American Indians and control the area. The British also claimed the Upper Ohio River Valley.

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