The French and Indian War - Braddock's Defeat
Braddock's Defeat in the French and Indian War marked a pivotal moment as England suffered a devastating loss against the French forces. Despite sending General Edward Braddock to secure victory, a surprise attack on the road resulted in heavy casualties. The aftermath saw a determined push by England, led by William Pitt, resulting in the eventual capture of Quebec. This episode underscores the complexities and challenges faced during this significant conflict.
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Monday, Oct. 15 1. Get out your spiral and put your binder on the floor 2. Put your homework (Chapter 5 section 1 worksheet) on my desk 3. Update your Table of Contents Date Title 10/11 Beginning of French and Indian War 10/11 Join or Die Political Cartoon 10/15 French and Indian War notes 10/15 Before and After map Entry # 37 38 39 40 3. Turn to entry #36 4. Look at the map on page 132 in the blue textbook. Write and answer the following: Which nation controlled territory along the St. Lawrence and Ohio Rivers?
The French and Indian War #39 I. Braddock s Defeat *England could not rely on just its soldiers http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mphUZDdMpZA
The French and Indian War I. Braddock s Defeat *England could not rely on just its soldiers *Sent Edward Braddock to defeat the French -surprise attack on road; killed 1,000 BR.
The French and Indian War I. Braddock s Defeat *England could not rely on just its soldiers *Sent Edward Braddock to defeat the French -surprise attack on road; killed 1,000 BR. -Braddock was killed http://t2.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcTPvPxh_syRrwiSZ2kOTCdX9IJ15nefVkTp544IRjFEzPxd6sdWTg:www.online-literature.com/images/stories-ohio/107.jpg
The French and Indian War I. Braddock s Defeat *England could not rely on just its soldiers *Sent Edward Braddock to defeat the French -surprise attack on road; killed 1,000 BR. -Braddock was killed *For next 2 years the British lose II. The British Take Quebec
The French and Indian War I. Braddock s Defeat *England could not rely on just its soldiers *Sent Edward Braddock to defeat the French -surprise attack on road; killed 1,000 BR. -Braddock was killed *For next 2 years the British lose II. The British Take Quebec *William Pitt (England s Sec. of State) was determined to win the war
The French and Indian War I. Braddock s Defeat *England could not rely on just its soldiers *Sent Edward Braddock to defeat the French -surprise attack on road; killed 1,000 BR. -Braddock was killed *For next 2 years the British lose II. The British Take Quebec *William Pitt (England s Sec. of State) was determined to win the war *Sent England s best generals and borrowed $ to pay troops
The French and Indian War I. Braddock s Defeat *England could not rely on just its soldiers *Sent Edward Braddock to defeat the French -surprise attack on road; killed 1,000 BR. -Braddock was killed *For next 2 years the British lose II. The British Take Quebec *William Pitt (England s Sec. of State) was determined to win the war *Sent England s best generals and borrowed $ to pay troops *Attacked the French capital Quebec
The French and Indian War I. Braddock s Defeat *England could not rely on just its soldiers *Sent Edward Braddock to defeat the French -surprise attack on road; killed 1,000 BR. -Braddock was killed *For next 2 years the British lose II. The British Take Quebec *William Pitt (England s Sec. of State) was determined to win the war *Sent England s best generals and borrowed $ to pay troops *Attacked the French capital Quebec *French surrendered after their commander died
Death of Col. Wolfe (British)
The French and Indian War IV. Braddock s Defeat *England could not rely on just its soldiers *Sent Edward Braddock to defeat the French -surprise attack on road; killed 1,000 BR. -Braddock was killed *For next 2 years the British lose V. The British Take Quebec was *William Pitt (England s Sec. of State) *Sent England s best generals and borrowed $ to pay troops *Attacked the French capital Quebec *French surrendered after their commander died *One year later, Montreal fell to the British and all of Canada was in British control determined to win the war
The French and Indian War III. The Treaty of Paris *3 years later British won in Europe *Terms: Britain controlled all land east of Mississippi Spain gave Florida to England for Cuba and the Philippines Write 4 questions: Summary:
Homework 1. Before and After Map/Questions