Kaya (French and Indian War) By questschool May 28, 1754 French and Indian War begins May 28, 1754 First Battle George Washington leads the first attract at Ohio Valley and defeats the French in an unexpected attack. Period: May 28, 1754 to Feb 10, 1763 French and Indian War Jun 17, 1755 The British attack and seize Acadia (Nova Scotia) Period: Jan 28, 1756 to Aug 11, 1763 Seven Year War May 8, 1756 War Declarations – Britain and France declare war on each other. Aug 14, 1756 Fort Oswego is captured by the French Jul 26, 1758 British captures Fort.Louisbourg and opens route to Canada sadly Aug 27, 1758 The French fail to defend Fort Frontenac Oct 21, 1758 British makes peace with some Indian troops- such as: Shawnee, Iroquois and Delaware Indians. Sep 13, 1759 Battle of Quebec occurs and the British are victorious. Sep 8, 1760 Montreal is captured by the British;French completely surrenders Canada. Sep 18, 1762 French unsuccessfully attempts to recapture Newfoundland. Feb 10, 1763 French and Indian War ends Oct 31, 1763 Pontiac falls at Detriot.