War of Austrian Succession (1740-48) Flashcards
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What years did American fight in the war of Austrian succession?
1744-48
How much did colonists outnumber the Frenchin the war of Austrian succession?
15:1
Why did the French struggle to supply troops in the war of Austrian succession?
British naval supremacy
What land did the Americans have to give back in the treat of Aux-la-Chappell?
Louisbourg
Fort controlled passage to Quebec and the st Lawrence river
What was the treaty of Aix-la-Chappell?
Ended the war of Austrian succession
What was the Albany congress?
Colonial delegates held a meeting to discuss a joint Native American policy
Why was the Albany congress significant?
The first time colonial representatives discussed approaching a union
- Benjamin Franklin proposed a plan to unite 11 colonies with a president appointed by the crown