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March 15, 1744 – October 1748 – King George’s War
Conflict over domination in North America ends with no clear victor with the Treaty of Aix-la-Chapelle.
Significance: With no clear victory, the American colonies would continue to unify against the French and Indians and a sense of American identity would continue to grow. -
Nov – December 1753:
George Washington carries Virginia’s ultimatum over French encroachment to Captain Legardeau de Saint-Pierre at Riviere aux Boeufs. He rejects it.
Significance: George Washington begins a military career which will allow him to hone the leadership skills to lead the Americans in the Revolutionary War. -
Washington defeats French
Washington defeats French in a surprise attack (the first battle) and builds Fort Necessity.
Significance: Washington's actions (at 22 yeras of age) inadvertently begin the French and Indian War. -
The French Fight Back
The French capture Fort Necessity. Washington blamed for the loss of Fort Necessity, resigns. He will later return as a volunteer under British authority.
Significance: Washington and other Americans begin to see a double standard between their treatment and the treatment of British Soldiers.