VIRGINIA: Virginia and the French and Indian War (Softcover)by Hayes Baker Crothers. 1928. 179p In the mid 18th century, Dinwiddie sought support from key political figures in Virginia to bolster military efforts against French incursions. The Virginia assembly eventually approved 20,000 for military expenses in 1754, reflecting a growing recognition of the need for defense. However, the militia remained poorly trained and was primarily limited to local defense, which hampered its effectiveness in broader