While it ultimately failed , the threat persuaded British policymakers of the dangers of sending significant forces to the Americas which might be needed at home .
France entered the war in 1744 , emphasizing the European theatre and planning an ambitious invasion of Britain .
While it ultimately failed , the threat persuaded Britain policymakers of the dangers of sending significant forces to the Americas which might be needed at home .
France entered the war in 1744 , emphasizing the European theatre and planning an ambitious invasion of Britain .