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French/Indian War
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Militia | A group of ordinary citizens who train to fight and can serve as soldiers during an emergency or war. |
| Seven Years' War | A worldwide war from 1756–1763 in which Britain and France fought for control of land and power. In North America, this conflict was called the French and Indian War. |
| Proclamation of 1763 | A British law that banned colonists from settling west of the Appalachian Mountains in an effort to reduce conflicts with Native Americans. |
| Albany Plan of Union | Benjamin Franklin’s 1754 plan to unite the British colonies so they could work together for defense during the French and Indian War. |
| French and Indian War | A war fought between Britain and France from 1754–1763 for control of land in North America. Native American groups fought on both sides. |
| William Pitt | A British leader who helped Britain win the French and Indian War by sending more troops and supplies to North America. |
| Treaty of Paris 1763 | The agreement that ended the French and Indian War and gave Britain control of most French lands in North America. |