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The Treaty of Utrecht solely focused on resolving territorial disputes in Europe, with no implications for North America.
The Treaty of Utrecht solely focused on resolving territorial disputes in Europe, with no implications for North America.
False (B)
The Treaty of Portsmouth, because it was written in English, was used to the advantage of the British, who misrepresented some of the agreements made with First Nations.
The Treaty of Portsmouth, because it was written in English, was used to the advantage of the British, who misrepresented some of the agreements made with First Nations.
True (A)
French forts in the Ohio River Valley primarily served as residential areas for French settlers rather than military outposts.
French forts in the Ohio River Valley primarily served as residential areas for French settlers rather than military outposts.
False (B)
The construction of French forts had no impact on British power and supply lines.
The construction of French forts had no impact on British power and supply lines.
Thanadelthur's primary contribution was as a translator for the Hudson's Bay Company, with no significant impact on Indigenous relations.
Thanadelthur's primary contribution was as a translator for the Hudson's Bay Company, with no significant impact on Indigenous relations.
Thanadelthur, captured by the Dene, was rescued by Cree warriors, which led to an alliance.
Thanadelthur, captured by the Dene, was rescued by Cree warriors, which led to an alliance.
The Acadian Expulsion was primarily motivated by land disputes and had no impact on families or cultural identity.
The Acadian Expulsion was primarily motivated by land disputes and had no impact on families or cultural identity.
The Acadian Expulsion occurred before the Treaty of Utrecht, which facilitated the British takeover of Acadian land.
The Acadian Expulsion occurred before the Treaty of Utrecht, which facilitated the British takeover of Acadian land.
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Treaty of Utrecht
Treaty of Utrecht
Ended War of Spanish Succession. France lost North American land, impacting trade. Ignored First Nations' rights, leading to conflict.
Treaty of Portsmouth
Treaty of Portsmouth
The English treaty could be misrepresented. French supported Wabanaki with weapons and supplies, leading to ongoing tensions.
French Forts Purpose
French Forts Purpose
Protected French trading posts from the British and intimidated them. Blocked British expansion, causing conflict.
Who was Thanadelthur?
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Acadian Expulsion
Acadian Expulsion
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Treaty of Utrecht Impact
Treaty of Utrecht Impact
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Treat of Portsmouth Impact
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Treaties of Utrecht and Portsmouth
- The Treaty of Utrecht concluded the War of Spanish Succession, resulting in France ceding North American territories
- This land concession disrupted French trading posts, causing supply issues
- Indigenous groups were excluded from the Treaty of Utrecht
- The British began seizing Wabanaki land, provoking conflict and violence
- The Treaty of Portsmouth ended the conflict between the British and the Wabanaki
- The Treaty of Portsmouth was written in English, which allowed the British to manipulate the agreements
- The French provided the Wabanaki with weapons and supplies
French Forts
- French forts, including Fortress Louisbourg, were built to protect trading posts and to intimidate the British
- These forts gave military support to French trading interests, land claims, and inhabitants
- The forts heightened tensions with the British, which disrupted their access to resources and power
- The British responded by attacking French forts like Louisbourg
- The British began constructing their own forts to rival French control and secure land
Thanadelthur
- Thanadelthur served as an ambassador of peace, mediating between the Dene and Cree peoples
- She was captured by the Cree, escaped, and was rescued by Hudson's Bay Company (HBC) employees
- Thanadelthur facilitated a treaty between the Dene and Cree
- The treaty expanded HBC operations and trade, strengthening relations between Indigenous groups and Europeans
Acadian Expulsion
- The British took control of Acadia following the Treaty of Utrecht
- The British expelled the Acadians (French settlers) for refusing to fight against France
- Acadians were deported on ships to British colonies in the USA and Europe
- Families were divided, and many died from disease during the voyages
- Their homes and farms were burned down
- The Acadian Expulsion highlights British imperialism and their ambition to dominate North America
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The Treaties of Utrecht and Portsmouth shaped colonial North America, with France ceding territories. This disruption of French trading posts and land seizures led to conflicts with indigenous groups. French forts, like Fortress Louisbourg, further heightened tensions with the British.
