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Colonial rivalry

Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated August 2025
Verified for the 2027 exam
Verified for the 2027 examWritten by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated August 2025

Definition

Competition between British and French colonial powers in mid-18th century North America for territorial control, trade dominance, and influence over American Indian nations.

AP course connection

Topic 3.2: 3.2 The Seven Years’ War (The French and Indian War)

Unit 3

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