What was Albany's plan

Albany's plan refers to the plan proposed by Sir William Johnson, the British Superintendent of Indian Affairs, in Albany, New York, in 1754. The plan aimed to create a unified colonial government in response to the increasing French and Native American threats during the French and Indian War.

Albany's plan proposed the formation of a grand council composed of representatives from the thirteen American colonies. The council would have the power to negotiate with Native American tribes, coordinate military efforts, regulate trade, and levy taxes. The plan also aimed to establish a president-general appointed by the British crown to oversee colonial affairs.

The plan, however, was ultimately rejected by both the colonial assemblies and the British government. The colonies feared that the plan would infringe upon their individual rights and autonomy. Similarly, the British government felt that the plan granted too much power to the colonies. Despite the rejection, Albany's plan set a precedent for future attempts at colonial unity, such as the Albany Congress of 1754, and eventually laid the groundwork for the formation of a united American government during the American Revolution.