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=What if the French had colonized America?= Catherine Phamduy

What if the French had taken over America? Life as we know it would be drastically different from life right now,wouldn't it? If the British had not taken over America and New England, then France might have had a chance to establish its own colonies in America. This in turn will give France the chance to become powerful with their colonies if Britain had not colonized America first.

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As mentioned before, if Britain had not colonized America, then France would have probably taken over New England, since it surrounded it from the North (Canada), and the West (Louisiana Territory). The potential conquered land would have also prevented the French and Indian War, the Seven Years War, and the French Revolution.
 * French and Indian War- tis could have been prevented because there would have been no British colonists to fight with, and there would be no rivalry between the French and British.
 * The Seven Years War- again, if the British did not conquer America, then there would be no rivalry between the French and British for trade and land power.
 * French Revolution- this could have also been prevented because with the French and Indian War and the Seven Years War to tire out the economy of the the French, the peasants would not have revolted.
 * __Most importantly, the war that gave America its true identity today is the American Revolution. This war would never have started because the French would not tax its colonists heavily if the others wars (top) did not start. Therefore, American would not have been developed and there would be French people. The Identity of the people in America today would be all French.__

If the British had not colonized America, life back in 1783 and before would have been different from the British colonies back then. To put in other words, colonial life in America would have been quite different if the French had ruled it.


 * This is what life was like when the British had colonized America:**
 * Social-Life was diverse as many immigrants migrated to America. Many of these migrants were the Dutch, Germans, Irish, Blacks, and Asians. This, life was very diverse in many forms. However, it was also very unjust in many ways since British colonists were given more priveledges than immigrants from other countries. Slavery was also very common in all parts of New England.
 * Political- When the British ruled, they set up different governments. Yet it mainly consisted of a British ruler controlling one section of a colony.
 * Interactive- The colonists were hostile towards the Indians, and even as efforts were made to peacefully interact with the Native Americans, they were all futile as even the slighest contact infected Native Americans of foreign disease.
 * Cultural- Life was very diverse as more and more immigrants arrived. Cultures and traditions mingled together because so many were so close together. therefore, life was full of different cultures all coming together.
 * Economical- the colonists lives quite well compared to many British in Britain. However, they wer unhappy with the few and small taxes because this violated their rights to speak in Parliament.




 * This is what life would be like if the French had colonized America (based on facts of colonial life in New France):**
 * Social- There were no privileges among the different classes of people. if was very different from homeland because in France, there were clear distinctions between the middle class and peasants and the nobles. Everyone was almost equal, and to rise in status, one must work hard. Life was also very simple and comfortable, yet many settlers were quite scattered apart.
 * Political- the colony was ruled by a governor who was a representative of the King in France. The government of New France was ruled by a governor and his council. Quebec was the capital colony of New France, and probably would be if they was ruled New England.
 * Interactive- they worked well with the Native Americans, and probably with the Native Americans in NE if France had colonized NE. This was because the colonists depended in the fur trade with the Natives.
 * Cultural- Adopting some of their home country's traditions, the New France colonists carried some of their old France amusements to America. However, feeling all too apart, the colonists also strive to create their own amusement and entertainment.
 * Economical- there were no industries and every home was its own business, therefore, life remained small, yet comfortable. The colonists didn't live extravagant lives, yet lives modest ones.



Life Today and the Potential Life if the French had colonized America

 * Life in America as we know it TODAY:**
 * Social- As said before, America is a very diverse in its population. There are many rights a citizen has. America is the "land of the Free"
 * Political- the government today promotes a system of democracy. Thanks to our Founding Fathers, we are able to have many rights and freedom. The government is used to represent the people.
 * Interactive- The United States today plays a very active role in the world. the US is the leading nation of the world. Therefore, it leads the others countries with a democractic hand. the US works hard to promote democracy all over the world.
 * Cultural- Because of its invitation of a diverse nation, and because every citizen has rights, every one can go on with their traditions of their own homeland. The culture is diverse in many ways, from the food and clothing and languages.
 * Economical- Right now, America is facing an economic downfall. However, as good times come, America is the leading nation in the world for its prosperiousness. The economy is ruled by the idea of capitalism.




 * This is what life would have been if France had colonized America:**
 * Social- The people would still have their French identities. The people there prbably won't be as diverse as America today, since France deos not promote much diversity. However, there would be many French and Indian poeple, for they worked together since the time France controlled America. The name of America would probably not be the United States, but rather New France.
 * Political- As of now, the France is under the system of a republic government. This means that though the people do not have direct control of the nation, they choose representatives to represent the people. Thus, it can be guessed that New France would have a republic nation, one that duplicates their homeland.
 * Interactive- New France probably would not be connected too much in foreign affairs. Also, they would probably leave the foreign issues to Old France, since it is far wiser and older and more experienced in foreign affairs. However,the only interaction that New France would probably be involved in is trading with Old France and maybe with other countries.
 * Cultural- Back then, the colony of New France developed their own culture and ways of entertainment. Likewise, of France was to colonie America, then the culture and traditions would probably be quite different. This is becuase by being far away fromt eh homeland, the people there would probablty develop their own culture. Howecer, it is probable that they would still remian loyal to Old France.
 * Economical- Being one of the great European powers, Old France would be very powerful. If New France and Old France were to work together, they would be developing a sense of mercantilism. This means thatboth nations would rposper from eachother. As New France helps the Old France with its growth, New France will prosper as well because its mother country is doing well. therefore, the economy will prosper as they both help eachother.