Which Indigenous group formed an alliance with the British as the French and Indian War began?

The Iroquois Confederacy had longstanding diplomatic and trade ties with the British and generally aligned with them as the French and Indian War began. The Huron and Algonquin were more closely associated with the French, while the Ottawa are especially known for their later role in Pontiac’s War. Therefore, the correct choice is the Iroquois Confederacy.

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