Seven Years War (17 maio 1756 ano – 15 fev 1763 ano)

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The Seven Years' War was a global conflict that lasted from 1756 to 1763, involving most of the great powers of the time, including Britain, France, Prussia, Austria, and Russia.

The war began when Frederick II of Prussia invaded Saxony, and France, Austria, and Russia formed an alliance to counter Prussian power. The conflict quickly spread across Europe, as well as into North America, the Caribbean, and India.

The war was characterized by several key battles, including the Battle of Rossbach and the Battle of Plassey, and was fought mainly between the forces of Britain and its allies, including Prussia, and those of France and its allies, including Austria and Russia.

The war ended with the Treaty of Paris in 1763, which saw Britain emerge as the dominant colonial power in North America and India, and also gained territories from France and Spain. The war had a significant impact on the politics and society of Europe, and it marked the rise of Britain as the dominant global power of the 18th century.