The French-Indian War was fought in the forests, open plains, and forts of the North American frontier. The French army, supported by North American tribes, was initially more successful than the British Army, who suffered from lack of experience at woodland fighting. This title explains the background to the wars and charts the military development of the British Army and the reforms that contributed to its eventual superiority. In both skirmishes in the forests of the frontier and great battles such as Louisbourg and Quebec, the British proved they had learnt well from their Indian allies.

Includes maps of: North America; Braddock's Defeat, 6-9 JUL 1755; Battle of Fort William Henry, 1757; Braddock's and Forbes' Routes, 1755-1763; Battle at Fort Carillon, 1758; Siege of Louisbourg; Fort Niagara, 1759; Quebec Campaign, 1759; Battle of Bushy Run, 1763. 7th impression 2009

Introduction -- Chronology -- Tension in the Ohio River valley -- French and British armies in North America -- Entry of the regular soldiers -- War of the forest and fortress -- Thomas Brown, a Rogers' Ranger -- Economic and civilian costs -- Jean Lowry and Titus King -- Treaty of Paris and the Indian uprising -- Ramifications for the future -- Further reading.