Even though the British lost the battle at Fort Necessity, why was is significant?

a. it sparked outrage in the colonists who rebelled against the British for fighting in the French and Indian War
b. It marked the beginning of Washington’s leadership in the French and Indian war
c. it set the stage for the rest of the war, setting up the french for victory
d. it prompted the Iroquois and Algonquins to join forces to defeat the French

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b. It marked the beginning of Washington’s leadership in the French and Indian war.

Fort Necessity was George Washington's first military command, and his actions during the battle shaped his reputation as a leader. This event marked the beginning of his role in the French and Indian War and his subsequent rise to prominence in American history.