The war fought between the French and British for control of North America was the Seven Years' War, known in North America as the French and Indian War. It lasted from 1754 to 1763 and involved various colonial militia and Native American allies. The main conflict was over territorial disputes, particularly in the Ohio River Valley. The British emerged victorious, leading to significant territorial gains in North America. However, the war also left Britain with substantial debt, prompting taxes on the American colonies that eventually fueled discontent and contributed to the American Revolution.