Foreign policy Flashcards
1
Q
Why were France and Austria long-term enemies?
A
Over the dominance of mainland Europe
2
Q
What was the impact of the 7 years war on France?
A
- Much of their overseas empire was lost in 1763
- however, profitable sugar-producing islands of Martinique and Guadeloupe and some other smaller territories were retained.
3
Q
Why did France intervene in the American War of Independence?
A
- Frecnh saw it as an opportunity to get revenge on Britain as 13 American colonies rebelled against British rule.
4
Q
What was the effect of the invertention from France in the independence War?
A
- it was a success as the French were able to defeat the British, leading to the creation of America
5
Q
Despite French victory, why in the longer term did intervention contribute to the Revolution?
A
- French soldiers had been exposed to liberty and democracy and now demanded the same to happen to France.
