French Advantages and Disadvantages
How did the French Colonial Government have an advantage?
They were strong and unified
The British had nearly how many more times the population of New France?
15
Between 1689 and 1793, the rivalry between the French and British led to how many wars?
4
What 3 continents did the British and French battle on?
North America, Europe and Asia
Why did General Wolfe need a plan to invade Quebec?
There were several failed attempts
What did the French do at strategic points along the inland waterways?
Build forts
What Indian group supported the British?
Iroquois
What did Europeans called the French and Indian War?
The Seven Years War
Although Braddock was defeated, what did he do that would later help the British colonies?
Build roads and bridges
Who was the British General responsible for taking Quebec?
James Wolfe
Besides having a well trained army, what gave the French a military advantage?
The support of many indian tribes
What branch of military was the strongest on the world for the British?
Navy
What was the immediate cause of the French and Indian War?
The struggle for control of the Ohio Valley
What title did William Pitt hold?
British secretary of state
What date did the British troops scale the cliffs of Quebec?
September 13, 1759
How many major weakness did the French have?
one
The greatest weakness for the British was _______.
A lack of Unity
In 1754 some Virginians began to build a fort near present day _________________.
Pittsburg, Pennsylvania
In what year did William Pitt and the British reclaim Ft. Duquesne from the French?
1758
Why was Quebec the strongest city of New France?
It was high above the St. Lawrence River and protected by steep cliffs
Why was a vast territory with widely scattered and sparsely populated French settlements a disadvantage?
Defending such a large region was difficult
When did colonist feel the need to take action against the French and Indians?
When they were personally threatened
What style of fighting did the French and Indian use? What style of fighting did the British use?
Guerrilla warfare and European style
On what date did the French and Indian allies ambush Braddock's forces near Fort Duquesne?
July 9, 1755
Who was the French commander during the British invasion at the Battle of Quebec?
Marquis de Montcalm