USA HISTORY

Detailed explanation-1: -It’s construction by the French in 1754 was a catalyst for that war as the British and French competed for control of the Ohio Valley. It’s capture by the British in 1758 was a turning point, leading to the British invasion of Canada and the eventual removal of the French presence in North America.

Detailed explanation-2: -The turning point in the war came when William Pitt took over the wartime operations. He believed North America was critical for England’s global domination. Pitt turned recruitment and supplies over to local authorities in America and promised to reimburse them for their efforts.

Detailed explanation-3: -The French and Indian war marked a major turning point in American relations with Great Britain, with changes such as increased British control and anti-British sentiment in the colonies, but also continuities such as a loyalty to Britain that remained largely untouched by the war.

Detailed explanation-4: -The French and Indian War began in 1754 and ended with the Treaty of Paris in 1763. The war provided Great Britain enormous territorial gains in North America, but disputes over subsequent frontier policy and paying the war’s expenses led to colonial discontent, and ultimately to the American Revolution.

Detailed explanation-5: -The French attacked, and the British were able to repel them. Later, the British led a surprise attack under the cover of darkness and set the fort on fire. Fort Duquesne burned to the ground, and the much larger British forces were able to quickly defeat the remaining French, along with their Amerindian allies.