This text provides a review of the main events in the wars preceding the Revolution in which France, England, and Spain struggled for dominance.

Europeans vs. Indians -- Militia at the frontiers : King William's War -- Attempts at military co-operation : Queen Anne's War -- American troops under British and American officers -- Militia and the Royal Navy : King George's War -- French militia vs. Virginia militia -- British regulars and American militia -- Royal Americans and rangers -- Anglo-American allies -- Victory removes an antagonist -- The aftermath.