Louisiana Rebellion of 1768

Louisiana Rebellion of 1768
Part of the aftermath of the Seven Years' War

State historical marker in front of the New Orleans Mint
Date1768-1769
Location
Result Spanish victory
Belligerents

Spain

Creole settlers
Commanders and leaders
Antonio de Ulloa
Alejandro O'Reilly
Nicolas de La Frénière Executed
Joseph Milhet Executed
Strength
2,100
23 warships
Unknown
Casualties and losses
Unknown Unknown

The Rebellion of 1768, also known as the Revolt of 1768 or the Creole Revolt, was an unsuccessful attempt by the Creole elite of New Orleans, along with nearby German settlers, to reverse the transfer of the French Louisiana Territory to Spain, as had been stipulated in the 1762 Treaty of Fontainebleau.

The rebellion forced the Spanish Governor, Antonio de Ulloa, to leave New Orleans and return to Spain, but his replacement, General Alejandro O'Reilly, was able to crush the rebellion, execute five of its ringleaders, and firmly establish Spanish control over the territory.