The French and Indian War
A Primary Source History of the Fight for Territory in North America
Primary Sources in American History
The French and Indian War, which was also known as the Seven Years' War, erupted when both England and France wanted to gain control of certain lands in America. Though they didn't gain anything from their involvement, Native Americans sided with the French. Using primary source documents and images, this book discusses the reasons the war began, details descriptions of battles and key participants, and provides an overview of its outcome.