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Why did the french and british fight for control of north america and what happened?
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In the Colonial Period, France and England fought over North America mainly for the sake of the wealth that could be gained by controlling the land in question. North American resources (such as furs and timber) were at stake, as were various trade routes both actual and potential. After numerous conflicts, England gradually gained control of the most significant areas in dispute.
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∙ 9y agoIn the Colonial Period, France and England fought over North America mainly for the sake of the wealth that could be gained by controlling the land in question. North American resources (such as furs and timber) were at stake, as were various trade routes both actual and potential. After numerous conflicts, England gradually gained control of the most significant areas in dispute.
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What were the French and British fighting over?
The stake in the showdown in North America between the British and the French in North America was the possession of the Ohio River Valley, and the profitable resources and trade opportunities there. Ultimately, it would decide which country would hold hegemony over North America.
What was the purpose of the French and Indian War?
The theme or main reason the French and Indian War was fought from 1754 to 1763 was an argument over control of waterways in New York. The Colonists fought against the French and Native American Indians.
Why did the british and their American colonial subjects win the contest with the french for control of north America?
== == In the end it really turned out to be shear force. The British had a much higher population than the French. This is because of the exculsivity of the French colonies compared to the open English colonies. The English colonies were set up for religious freedom, being a newly protestant nation, this meant alot to them. The French however were much more selective of their colonists. They only wanted Catholics. Not only that but upstanding Catholics. This resulted in fewer numbers for the French, but huge numbers for the Brits. Another factor was the treatment of the natives on both sides. The French were much more respective of the natives than the British were. British conquered and enslaved a good portion of the aboriginal population, while the French worked together with the natives, especially regarding the fur trade. This does not attribute to British success, but it does explain how the French did as well as they did. They had many aboriginal allies who could assist them in their battles. There were other factors, but these were a couple of the main ones.
How do you say good morning America in french?
Bonjour America
Are Europeans French?
Nation, they are the oldest ever nation in the world.
What historical events happened in Latin America?
The French and Indian war took place in Latin America in 1763-1765. British took control of New France.
What happened when America invaded Canada?
America didn't invade Canada. The British did and the result was the French and Indian war.
What kind of trade in North America did both the French and the British want to control?
The fur trade.
What was the main result the French and Indian war?
The British seized control of the eastern half of North America.
What was the main result of the French and Indian War?
The British seized control of the eastern half of North America.
What happened to the british when they lost th french and idian ar?
the british were victorious in the French and Indian war... It was France who lost, and they had to give up all claims to Continental North America and India
Did the British military dominate the French in North America?
Yes, the British military was largely dominant over the French in North America during the 18th century. This was evident in the outcome of the French and Indian War (1754-1763), where the British emerged victorious and gained control over much of French territories in North America. The subsequent Treaty of Paris in 1763 solidified British dominance in the region.
How did competition for land in the North America lead to the French and Indian war?
The British gained control of more in the North
Where did the British and French clash?
in America
When was the French and British war?
1799 is when it happened
To what extent was the battle of the plains of Abraham the key event in achieving British control over North America?
No. The French won by a landslide.
What group colonized most of the Caribbean Central America and South America?
The French and British controlled the largest number of Caribbean, but Spain and the Netherlands also had a significant number of islands under their control.
