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Pontiac's Rebellion

Pontiac's Rebellion was a conflict that occurred in 1763-1766 between Native American tribes led by Ottawa chief Pontiac and British forces in North America. After the French and Indian War, many Indigenous groups were dissatisfied with British policies and encroachments on their land. Pontiac and his allies united to resist British rule and reclaim their territory. The uprising involved a series of attacks on British forts and settlements. Ultimately, the rebellion was suppressed, but it highlighted tensions between Native Americans and European settlers, influencing future policies and relations in North America.