jan 7, 1756 - The Seven Years War Begins
Description:
The Seven Years War (1756 – 1763) reduces the demand for furs in Europe.In New France, British forces commanded by, General James Wolfe defeated the French garrison of Quebec, commanded by the Marquis de Montcalm at the Battle of the Plains of Abraham in 1759.
In 1760, the British captured Montreal and New France becomes a British colony. Under a new administration, the taxes and restraints that once plagued Radisson and des Groseilliers begin to fade away.
The war ends with the Treaty of Paris (1763).
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Date:
jan 7, 1756
Now
~ 269 years ago