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King George's War
The warm-up to the French and Indian War between France and England, also fought for domination over North America. Ends with the treaty of Aix-la-Chapelle and no clear victor. -
Agitation grows
Tension grows between France and England over competing land and trading claims. Minor skirmishes break out, particularly in rural areas. -
The message
George Washington carries Virginia's ultimatum over French encoachment to Captain Legardeur de Saint-Pierre at Riviere aux Boeufs. He rejects it. -
The first battle
Washington defeats the French in a suprise attack. His troops retreat to Great Meadows and build Fort Necessity. -
Washington's resignation
Blamed for Fort Necessity, Washington resigns. he will later return as a volunteer under British authority. -
The Battle of the Wilderness
British General Braddock's forces are defeated near Fort Duqesne in Pennsylvania, leaving the backwoods of British territory undefended. -
The Battle of Lake George
British Colonel William Johnson's forces win, making Johnson the first British hero of the war. -
Fort Oswego
The French capture this fort on the banks of the Great Lakes. -
British/Indian Peace
The British make peace with the Iroquois, Shawnee, and Delaware Indians. -
A Slow Route to Victory
The British take Fort Niagara; the French abandon Crown Point. After these two victories, the Britishcontrol the entire western frontier.
