7 Years War (apr 1, 1756 – apr 1, 1763)

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- war that breaks out upon Prussia’s invasion of Silesia -> France, Russia (eventually back out), Austria vs Prussia, England; first world war -> multi continental (part of it French and Indian War)
- instigated by stubborn Prussia refusing to return Silesia
North America - French and Indian War
- fought over COLONIES
- Britain victorious
India
- fought over COLONIES
- Britain victorious
Europe - 7 Years War
- Maria Theresa refuses to accept loss of Silesia
wants to HUMBLE Prussia -> builds up army, diplomatic resources
- Frederick still refuses to return
- Peter III of Russia -> (dweeb) -> glazes Frederick II, withdraws support of Austria
- 1763 -> 7 Years War forced to come to an end

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