The dream of westward expansion: the expectations of the colonists; exploiting the territories acquired from French Canada
After Britain defeated France in 1763, colonists expected to settle the vast new western lands. Britain blocked this, and that broken promise fuelled colonial anger.
Real World
George Washington himself had been promised western land grants for his military service in the French and Indian War, making the Proclamation of 1763 a personal betrayal for the man who would later lead the Revolution.
Exam Focus
Distinguish between what colonists expected and what Britain delivered — examiners reward precise identification of the gap.
Essay Framework
Use PEEL to structure every paragraph. Tap each step for guidance and an example.
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