The Proclamation of 1763 aimed to address colonial expansion into Native American territories following the French and Indian War. By restricting settlement west of the Appalachian Mountains, the British government sought to stabilize relations with Native American tribes and minimize conflict. This move was also intended to organize colonial trade and minimize the costs of defending the expansive frontier. However, many colonists viewed it as an infringement on their rights, ultimately fueling dissent that contributed to the American Revolution.