French and Indian War: Key Figures, Tribes, and Battles

George Washington

A 22 year old colonist and officer who made a name for himself during various battles in the French and Indian War.

Iroquois

Native tribe that turned down an alliance with England during the Albany Plan of Union.

Huron

Native tribe responsible for 'The Massacre' after Fort William Henry.

Edward Braddock

British General who refused advice about the terrain and the natives. He later died on his journey to Fort Duquesne.

Louis-Joseph de Montcalm

French General who discussed terms for surrender of Fort William Henry and tried to prevent 'The Massacre' that ensued after.

William Pitt

British Prime Minister who changed the outlook of The French and Indian War for the English with his new strategy and policies.

James Wolfe

British General who led his troops up a mountain path under cover of darkness to achieve complete surprise at The Battle of Quebec.

Pontiac

Native chief who united the tribes following The French and Indian War and would later be pardoned by the English for his crimes.

Fort William Henry

British stronghold that was defeated and surrendered over to the French in 1757.

Benjamin Franklin

Colonial leader who proposed a Grand Union of the colonies during the Albany Plan of Union.