The First Natchez War is precipitated by Natchez raiders from White Apple murdering four French traders in 1716.

Bienville, seeking to resolve the conflict, calls a meeting of chiefs at the Grand Village of the Natchez.

The assembled chiefs proclaim their innocence and implicate the war chiefs of White Apple.

The Choctaw assist the French in fighting the 1716 Natchez War.

As part of the peace terms that end the Natchez War of 1716, Bienville requires the Natchez to build a fort by providing materials and labor.

Sited close to the main Natchez settlement, Fort Rosalie serves as the primary French stronghold and trading post among the Natchez.

The present-day city of Natchez, Mississippi develops at this site.