Seven Years War Flashcards
What were the dates of the Seven Years War?
1756-1763
What is the Seven Years War often called in America?
French-Indian War
Who was the British Prime Minister during the Seven Years War?
Duke of Newcastle
What position did William Pitt hold during the Seven Year War?
Secretary of State responsible for foreign and colonial affairs
Activity in which 3 areas formed part of Pitt’s three-pronged attack approach?
Louisbourg, Ticonderoga, Quebec
How many troops did the British and colonist forces have by 1758?
45,000
How many troops did the French have by 1758?
6,800
Which ambitious young officer was sent to the colonies by Pitt?
George Howe
What did the Militia Act do?
Created a volunteer army in Britain to protect the country from a potential French invasion
How did Britain fund the Seven Years War?
- Increased taxes
- Loans
- Booming economy
Who did Pitt pay to attack the French in Europe?
Frederick the Great of Prussia
Who was the First Lord of the Admiralty who had been responsible for development of the British navy?
Lord Anson
How many sailors and ships were involved in the successful campaign in Quebec?
18,000 sailors
100 ships
The navy successfully helped with which campaign in 1758?
Taking of Louisbourg
Why did the native Americans switch their support to Britain?
Strength of the British navy meant that Britain could blockade French imports reducing their supplies. In contract British supplies were strong and these were given to native American tribes.
What role did many colonist troops play in support the British forces?
Building infrastructure - roads and forts
What led to declining French supplies and resources during the war?
- British naval blockades
- Bad harvests 1756-7
What was the name of the peace treaty that ended the Seven Years War?
Treaty of Paris
What had happened to Britain’s national debt as a result of the Seven Years War?
It doubled
What territory did Britain gain as a result of the Seven Years War?
- French Canada
- All French territory east of the Mississippi
- Florida from Spain
