The Seven Years War Overview

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What important war came before the Revolutionary War in 1754?

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French Indian War aka 7 years war

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The 7 years war was between who?

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The French and British with their Native American allies

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Why was the 7 years war important in history?

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The English taxed the colonies to pay for the war through sugar, stamps and other goods, making the colonist angry, leading to revolt.

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Who was a leading general in the 7 years war?

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George Washington

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Who declared the war on the French after they seized an English fort?

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The English

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Who surrendered to end the war?

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The French

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How did England pay for this expensive war they declared?

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They tried to make the new Americans/ colonist pay the debt

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What is a proclamation?

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An official declaration made by a person in power

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Who won the 7 Years War?

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Great Britain

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What was the treaty called which ended the 7 years war in 1763?

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The Treaty of Paris