b) Treaty of Paris

The Treaty of Paris in 1763 concluded the French and Indian War, significantly reshaping North America’s political landscape. This treaty marked the end of French colonial ambitions in North America, with France ceding vast territories to Britain. This territorial shift had profound implications for the British colonies, leading to new policies and taxes that would eventually contribute to the American Revolution. The treaty’s aftermath saw Britain emerge as the dominant colonial power in North America, but it also set the stage for escalating tensions between the British government and its American colonies.