The French and Indian War

These flashcards cover key terms and concepts from the lecture notes on the French and Indian War.

French and Indian War

A conflict between Britain and France in North America that began in 1754.

Fort Duquesne

A fort built by the French in the Ohio River Valley, later captured by the British.

Albany Plan of Union

A proposal by Benjamin Franklin to unite the colonies for mutual defense, which was ultimately rejected.

Guerrilla Warfare

A form of irregular warfare using small groups to perform ambushes and hit-and-run tactics.

Treaty of Paris (1763)

The agreement that ended the French and Indian War, in which France ceded Canada and lands to the British.

William Pitt

British Prime Minister who sought new military leaders and strategies during the French and Indian War.

Fort Pitt

The renamed Fort Duquesne after it was captured by the British, later known as Pittsburgh.

Colonial Unity

A sense of cooperation among the colonies that emerged during the French and Indian War.

Appalachian Mountains

The mountain range from which France ceded lands to Britain after the war.

Salutary Neglect

A British policy of avoiding strict enforcement of parliamentary laws meant to keep the colonies obedient.