The Proclamation of 1763
Why were the colonists angry?
After they won the land the colonists were forced to leave the homes that they had in the Ohio River Valley
What was the area called that the colonists had to move out of?
The Ohio River Valley
On which side did the colonists have to move to?
The east side.
What was the Proclamation of 1763?
The proclamation was a law that forbade colonists of to settle west of the Appalachian mountains.
Why did the colonists petition Parliament?
They were angry that they couldn't settle on the land they had just won.
Where was the Proclamation line/border?
The Appalachian Mountains.
Why was the Proclamation of 1763 passed?
to prevent conflict with Native Americans and British.
Who passed the Proclamation of 1763?
King George III
What was another reason the Proclamation of 1763 was issued?
King George III wanted to get the Native Americans on his side after they had sided against him in the seven years war/ French and Indian/ War.
When did the Proclamation of 1763 pass?
October, 7, 1763
What colonies were NOT affected?
New York, part of Virginia, and Pennslyvania
Did the Proclamation of 1763 work?
No they kept moving west over the Appalchian mountains
