why was it called the french and indian war if it was between the french and the Brisish?

Answer 1

Because the French and Indians fought together aainst the British. Back then , and even now, the had problems deciding what to call a really good war. At the time there were many names for it, "French & Indian" was the one that stuck.

Answer 2

The American Indians fought on the side of the French.

Answer 3

maybe beacuse at those days the british ruled then indian crountry so maybe the british army sent the indian solider to fight and die on the field.