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French and Indian War

Noun

The French and Indian War was a conflict between the British and the French, supported by their respective American Indian allies, that took place from 1754 to 1763. It was part of the larger Seven Years' War and resulted in British victory, leading to France losing control of Canada.

Example sentence: The French and Indian War had a significant impact on the colonial relationships between the European powers in North America.

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Adjective

The French and Indian War period refers to the time during which the conflict between the British and the French took place in North America.

Example sentence: Many historical sites in the United States date back to the French and Indian War era.

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