Seven Years' War
1756–1763 · Event
Global war between the European great powers, often described as the first world war; Britain gains Canada, strengthens its position in India and emerges with naval supremacy.
On these timelines: The Seven Years' War, Master, United Kingdom (combined), England, France
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