Colonists primarily wanted Native Americans to take their side because they knew the land well. The colonists recognized that Native Americans had a deep understanding of the local geography and could provide valuable knowledge and assistance during military campaigns. While some colonists may have expressed a desire for neutrality, the strategic advantage of having Indigenous allies in the conflict was a significant factor in their expectations.
What role did colonists want Native Americans to play during the war?
They wanted them to remain neutral, claiming it was a family situation
They wanted them to take their side because they knew the land well
They wanted them to take their side, because they helped them in the Seven Years' War
They wanted them to take their side because they gave them reservations
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