The impact of the French and Indian War (1754-1763) on British colonial policy was significant, as the war's conclusion prompted Britain to impose stricter control over its North American territories. The war led to immense debt for Britain, which prompted the government to levy taxes on the colonies through measures like the Stamp Act and the Townshend Acts. These taxes, perceived as unfair by colonists, sparked resistance and agitation, contributing to the eventual desire for independence. The conflict fundamentally altered British-colonial relations, setting the stage for the American Revolution.