The French colonies were situated in Canada and their trade and
influence reached as far as the Mississippi River. The English
colonies were located on the east coast of the Americas. The
Appalachian Mountains separated both types of European colonies so
there was elbow room for both. Flames began to ignite when war between
the mother countries of England and France broke out. Tensions
increased when trading and rivalry between two colonies increased.
Soon war broke out and it became known as the French and Indian War.
Both sides had advantages and disadvantages and there were many
lasting…
