Seven Years' War (French and Indian War) - ANS-1754-1763: a global conflict btwn
European nations, priamrily Britain Vs. Franch, that began in North America in 1754.
France ultimatly ceded all of its North American Territories to England and Spain, but
the enomous cost of the war also damaged British economy
Fort Duquesne - ANS-French fort that was site of first major battle of French and Indian
War; General Washington led unsuccessful attack on French troops and was then
defeated at Fort Necessity, marking beginning of conflict.
Albany Plan of Union - ANS-1754 plan put together by Benjamin Franklin to create a
more centralized colonial government that would establish policies regarding defense,
trade, and territorial expansion, as well as aim to facilitate better relationships btwn
colonists & American indians. But the plan was never implemented (nor did the nations
of the Iroquois confederacy have a say; thus failed to resolve problems of colonial
governance)
Impressments of Seamen - ANS-Forcing a ship and crew you do not own into your navy
and forcing them to fight on your side: naval recruits done by the English
Peace of Paris - ANS-1763 peace treaty that ended the Seven years war (French &
Indian war). Under its terms, Britain gained control of North America east of the
Mississippi River and of present day Canada
Pontiac's Rebellion - ANS-1763 - An Indian uprising after the French and Indian War,
led by an Ottowa chief named Pontiac. They opposed British expansion into the western
Ohio Valley and began destroying British forts in the area (Fort Detroit). The attacks
ended when Pontiac was killed.
- he was inspired by Neolin (a visionary) who beloved in abandoning white ways,
returning to a incident traditions, and reclaiming their lands
Proclamation Line of 1763 - ANS-Act of parliament that restricted colonial settlement
west of the Appalachian mountains. It served as a buffer line. It was issued by Britain to
avoid further costly frontier clashes and to improve trade w/ natives but It sparked
protests from both rich and poor colonists.
, Glorius Revolution 1688 - ANS-• Parliament is upset w/ James II bc he's Catholic and
has a Catholic son
• Parliament invites William of Orange and Mary(James' daughter) to rule bc they are
Protestants- invade in 1688
* James II flees to France, with no blood being shed; William and Mary rule England
and officially make it a constitutional state
Salutary Neglect - ANS-British colonial policy from around 1700-1760 that relaxed
supervision of internal colonial affairs as long as the North American colonies produced
sufficient raw materials and revenue (also known s as benign neglect)
Navigation Acts - ANS-1660's acts of trade that established guidelines for legal
commerce, prohibited trade with English rivals, and set taxes on trade items (got stricter
after 7 Ure war due to Britain debt)
Quartering Act - ANS-1765 act ensuring British troops would remain stationed in the
colonies after the end of the 7 yea war under your care. It ensured that British troops
would limit smuggling and carry out imperial policies
Sugar act - ANS-1764 act of parliament imposing and import tax on sugar, coffee,
wines, and other luxury items. It sparked colonial protests that would soon escalate as
new revenue measures were enacted. (Also known as the American Duties Act)
Currency Act - ANS-1764 act of parliament preventing colonial assemblies from printing
paper money or bills of credit, curtailing the ability of local colonies economies to
expand.
Commitees of Correspondence - ANS-Type of committee first established in
Massachusetts to circulate concerns and reports of protests and other events to leaders
in other colonies in the aftermath of the sugar act
Stamps act - ANS-1765 act of parliament that imposed a tax on all transactions
involving paper items. It prompted widespread, coordinated protests (as inspired by the
religious structure of this Great Awakening upheaval). Was eventually repealed.
- during a crucial time of unemployment failing wages, and a decrease in trade by
previous taxes
- viewed as a way to control the internal affairs of colonies
- taxing those w/ no representation
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