Overview of the Seven Years' War and the Acadian Deportation #3

These flashcards cover key terms and concepts related to the Seven Years' War, the experiences of the Acadians, and the colonial conflicts that shaped North America during this period.

Seven Years' War

A global conflict that lasted from 1756 to 1763, involving most of the world's great powers and fought in several regions including North America.

New France

The area in North America colonized by France, which included parts of present-day Canada and the United States.

Acadians

French settlers in what is now the Maritime provinces of Canada, whose treatment and deportation by the British became a significant historical event.

Governor Cornwallis

The British governor of Nova Scotia known for implementing harsh policies against the Acadians, including a scalp bounty.

Mi'kmaq

An Indigenous people from the Canadian Maritime regions who had conflicts with British settlers during the Seven Years' War.

Scalp Bounty

A reward offered by Governor Cornwallis for the scalps of Mi'kmaq warriors, reflecting the violent tensions of the era.

Isthmus of Chignecto

A narrow strip of land connecting Nova Scotia to New Brunswick, often contested during conflicts between British and French forces.

Deportation

The forced removal of the Acadian population by British forces in the 1750s, resulting in the dispersion of families and the destruction of communities.

William Pitt the Elder

A British statesman who advocated for increased military funding and involvement in the Seven Years' War, particularly in North America.

Treaty of Easton

A treaty signed in 1758 in which British authorities agreed to halt expansion onto indigenous lands, though this was not upheld.

Cajun

The name derived from the Acadians who migrated to Louisiana after being deported from Nova Scotia, reflecting their cultural identity.

Fort Beauséjour

A French fort in Nova Scotia that was captured by the British, leading to significant military changes in the region.

Guerrilla Warfare

A form of irregular warfare that involves small groups using tactics such as ambushes and raids, which was traditionally employed by French-Canadian militias.

Plains of Abraham

The site of a pivotal battle outside Quebec City in 1759 where British forces defeated the French.

Racquetage

The French practice of forcing individuals into military service, similar to impressment used by the British.

Neutral French

Acadians who, during the conflict, sought to remain neutral in the British-French struggles, viewed with suspicion by the British.