Podcast
Questions and Answers
What was the significance of the Third Carnatic War for the French East India Company?
What was the significance of the Third Carnatic War for the French East India Company?
It marked the end of French ambitions in India.
Who succeeded Dupleix as Governor-General of the French East India Company?
Who succeeded Dupleix as Governor-General of the French East India Company?
Godeheu succeeded Dupleix.
What event began in Europe in 1756 that affected colonial struggles?
What event began in Europe in 1756 that affected colonial struggles?
The Seven Years War started in 1756.
When did the British East India Company attack the French factory in Chandernagor?
When did the British East India Company attack the French factory in Chandernagor?
Signup and view all the answers
Who was the first director of the French East India Company that paid for control of Chandernagore?
Who was the first director of the French East India Company that paid for control of Chandernagore?
Signup and view all the answers
Which location became the main center for European commerce in Bengal under the French?
Which location became the main center for European commerce in Bengal under the French?
Signup and view all the answers
What was the duration of Godeheu's term as Governor-General?
What was the duration of Godeheu's term as Governor-General?
Signup and view all the answers
Who replaced Leyrit as the Governor-General of the French East India Company?
Who replaced Leyrit as the Governor-General of the French East India Company?
Signup and view all the answers
What significant war ended in Europe in 1763?
What significant war ended in Europe in 1763?
Signup and view all the answers
What was the main outcome of the Treaty of Paris regarding territorial returns?
What was the main outcome of the Treaty of Paris regarding territorial returns?
Signup and view all the answers
Which territories were restored to the French as per the Treaty of Paris?
Which territories were restored to the French as per the Treaty of Paris?
Signup and view all the answers
Under whose protection were the territories of Pondicherry, Karaikal, and Mahe restored to the French?
Under whose protection were the territories of Pondicherry, Karaikal, and Mahe restored to the French?
Signup and view all the answers
What year was the Treaty of Paris signed?
What year was the Treaty of Paris signed?
Signup and view all the answers
Discuss one impact of the Treaty of Paris on French colonial possessions.
Discuss one impact of the Treaty of Paris on French colonial possessions.
Signup and view all the answers
How did the conclusion of the Seven Years' War affect Great Britain's global power?
How did the conclusion of the Seven Years' War affect Great Britain's global power?
Signup and view all the answers
Who led the British East India Company in the Battle of Wandiwash?
Who led the British East India Company in the Battle of Wandiwash?
Signup and view all the answers
Who was the leader of the French forces during the Battle of Wandiwash?
Who was the leader of the French forces during the Battle of Wandiwash?
Signup and view all the answers
What was the outcome for the French East India Company after the battles in India?
What was the outcome for the French East India Company after the battles in India?
Signup and view all the answers
Name one settlement in India captured by the British East India Company from the French.
Name one settlement in India captured by the British East India Company from the French.
Signup and view all the answers
Besides Pondicherry, name another settlement captured by the British EIC.
Besides Pondicherry, name another settlement captured by the British EIC.
Signup and view all the answers
List a third settlement that was captured by the British East India Company.
List a third settlement that was captured by the British East India Company.
Signup and view all the answers
What type of company was the British EIC?
What type of company was the British EIC?
Signup and view all the answers
In which historical context did the Battle of Wandiwash take place?
In which historical context did the Battle of Wandiwash take place?
Signup and view all the answers
What was the primary result of the British capturing French settlements in India?
What was the primary result of the British capturing French settlements in India?
Signup and view all the answers
What strategic advantage did the British gain from the Battle of Wandiwash?
What strategic advantage did the British gain from the Battle of Wandiwash?
Signup and view all the answers
Which city was under siege in 1759?
Which city was under siege in 1759?
Signup and view all the answers
What was the name of the fort located in Cuddalore?
What was the name of the fort located in Cuddalore?
Signup and view all the answers
What was the key objective of the British East India Company in their conflict with the French East India Company?
What was the key objective of the British East India Company in their conflict with the French East India Company?
Signup and view all the answers
Name the significant battle that took place on January 22nd, 1760, as mentioned in the text.
Name the significant battle that took place on January 22nd, 1760, as mentioned in the text.
Signup and view all the answers
Where was the Battle of Wandiwash fought? Identify the region and the specific location.
Where was the Battle of Wandiwash fought? Identify the region and the specific location.
Signup and view all the answers
What is the approximate distance between Madras and Wandiwash, as stated in the text?
What is the approximate distance between Madras and Wandiwash, as stated in the text?
Signup and view all the answers
What is the name of the fort situated in Madras, as mentioned in the text?
What is the name of the fort situated in Madras, as mentioned in the text?
Signup and view all the answers
Identify the two major players involved in the conflict depicted in the text.
Identify the two major players involved in the conflict depicted in the text.
Signup and view all the answers
What is the geographical significance of Wandiwash in relation to Madras?
What is the geographical significance of Wandiwash in relation to Madras?
Signup and view all the answers
What was the comparative state of the British East India Company (EIC) against the French EIC?
What was the comparative state of the British East India Company (EIC) against the French EIC?
Signup and view all the answers
In which month and year did Lally besiege Madras?
In which month and year did Lally besiege Madras?
Signup and view all the answers
What assistance did the English receive during the siege of Madras?
What assistance did the English receive during the siege of Madras?
Signup and view all the answers
What is the significance of Fort St. David in relation to Cuddalore?
What is the significance of Fort St. David in relation to Cuddalore?
Signup and view all the answers
What role did Madras play during the confrontations between the British and French EIC?
What role did Madras play during the confrontations between the British and French EIC?
Signup and view all the answers
How did the British EIC's condition impact their colonial operations in India?
How did the British EIC's condition impact their colonial operations in India?
Signup and view all the answers
During which conflict did Lally's siege of Madras occur?
During which conflict did Lally's siege of Madras occur?
Signup and view all the answers
What evidence supports the superiority of the British EIC over the French EIC?
What evidence supports the superiority of the British EIC over the French EIC?
Signup and view all the answers
What was the outcome of the siege of Madras by Lally?
What was the outcome of the siege of Madras by Lally?
Signup and view all the answers
Why was reinforcements from Bengal vital for the British during the siege of Madras?
Why was reinforcements from Bengal vital for the British during the siege of Madras?
Signup and view all the answers
Study Notes
The Third Carnatic War
- The Third Carnatic War marked the end of French ambitions in India.
- It was the final nail in the coffin for the French East India Company's ambitions.
Key Figures and Timeframes
- Dupleix (1742-1754): Dupleix was the previous Governor General of French East India Company.
- Godeheu (1754-1755): Replaced Dupleix, serving only 4 months as Governor.
- Leyrit (1755-1758): Succeeded Godeheu as Governor General.
- Lally (1758-1761): Replaced Leyrit as Governor General.
European Conflict (1756)
- Seven Years' War began in Europe in 1756.
Chandernagor Attack (1757)
- British East India Company attacked the French factory at Chandernagor on March 23, 1757.
French Control of Chandernagor (1688)
- In 1688, the director of French EIC paid 40,000 coins to Mughal Subedar to gain control over Chandernagor.
Change in European Commerce (1756)
- Chandernagor became a major European commerce centre after Dupleix.
British Strength
- British East India Company was stronger than its French counterpart.
Lally's Siege
- French leader Lally besieged Madras in December 1758.
- British reinforcements from Bengal came to Madras, and Lally lifted the siege in 1759.
Battle of Wandiwash (1760)
- British East India Company decided to make a final attack on the French.
- The Battle of Wandiwash happened on January 22, 1760.
- British leader Sir Eyre Coote was on the British side.
- French leader Lally was on the French side.
Post-Battle of Wandiwash
- British captured French settlements (Pondicherry, Mahe, Karaikal).
- The French lost the war.
Treaty of Paris (1763)
- The Seven Years' War ended in 1763.
- France and Britain returned territories they had captured during the war, including French territories to the French.
French Possessions Returned
- Under the treaty, Pondicherry, Karaikal and Mahe were returned to French control under protection of British.
Studying That Suits You
Use AI to generate personalized quizzes and flashcards to suit your learning preferences.
Related Documents
Description
This quiz assesses your knowledge of the Third Carnatic War and its implications for the French East India Company. It covers significant figures, key events, and the outcomes of the Treaty of Paris that shaped European colonial struggles in India. Test your understanding of this pivotal period in colonial history.
