The Ohio River Valley is a crucial geographical area in U.S. history that served as a contested borderland between French and British territories before becoming an important part of westward expansion after independence.
French and Indian War: A war fought over control of this region among other things between Britain and France with various native tribes aligning with both sides.
Northwest Ordinance: Legislation passed by Congress under Articles of Confederation that organized settlement in Northwest Territory including parts of Ohio River Valley.
Louisiana Purchase: The acquisition by United States from France which included lands west of Mississippi river expanding influence over Ohio River valley.
AP US History - 2.1 Context: European Colonization
Which European nation established a permanent settlement in Quebec and aimed to control the strategically important Ohio River Valley?
France aimed to control the strategically important Ohio River Valley, which brought them into conflict with which indigenous group allied with the British?
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