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Who accidentally started the

French and Indian War which
turned into a global conflict?
A. Thomas Jefferson
B. The Native Americans
C. The French
D. George Washington

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Answer:

George Washington

Step-by-step explanation:

In 1754, Washington led the English when they approached French Ensign Joseph Coulon de Jumonville.When Washington and Tanacharison’s forces reached Jumonville’s camp, they attacked, killing Jumonville and several of his soldiers, and taking others prisoner. While the question of who fired first remains in dispute—according to one Mingo warrior, it was Washington himself. His actions led to the French and Indian war, which turned into a global conflict...

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