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What was the Proclamation Line of 1763?

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Last updated by Jill W on 27 Mar 15:53

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Answered by Jill W on 27 Mar 15:53

The Proclamation Line of 1763 proclaimed all lands West of Appalachian Mountains to be protected and preserved for Native Americans. Most colonists disregarded the proclamation and continued to settle on Indian land.