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French colonial trade alliances

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

Economic and diplomatic relationships established between French colonists and American Indian nations, built through trade partnerships and intermarriage, focused on acquiring furs and other products for export to Europe.

AP course connection

Topic 2.2: 2.2 European Colonization

Unit 2

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