The Contradictions at the Heart of the American Revolution – Part VII — Imperial Competition & Native Dispossession (1600s–1750s)
Between the 1600s and 1750s, European imperial rivalry in North America led to the systematic dispossession of Indigenous nations who, despite being diplomats and military powers, faced constant threats to their autonomy. The conflict redefined alliances, led to violent struggles, and posed challenges as settlers expanded aggressively, ultimately marginalizing Indigenous groups.
