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When was the Treaty of Paris signed?
1783
What was the Treaty of Paris 1783?
A peace treaty that ended the Revolutionary War and recognized the independence of the thirteen states.
Who drafted the Treaty of Paris 1783?
John Adams, Benjamin Franklin, John Jay, Thomas Jefferson, and Henry Laurens.
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Study Notes
Treaty of Paris 1783 Overview
- Signed on September 3, 1783, formally ending the Revolutionary War.
- Established American independence from Great Britain.
Key Details and Participants
- The treaty was negotiated by a five-member American commission: John Adams, Benjamin Franklin, John Jay, Thomas Jefferson (who missed the negotiations), and Henry Laurens (captured before traveling).
- Britain's representative was David Hartley, a member of Parliament.
Location of Signing
- The treaty was signed in Paris, marking a significant diplomatic achievement for the United States.
Motivation for the Treaty
- The war did not officially end with the surrender of Cornwallis, as British troops remained in several key locations.
- It took 18 months post-surrender for King George III to acknowledge American independence and formalize the treaty.
Involvement of Other Nations
- Spain, France, and the Dutch Republic played roles in the negotiations, showcasing the broader international implications of the treaty.
Consequences of the Treaty
- Acknowledgment of American independence by the British Empire.
- Redefined U.S. borders: from the Great Lakes to Florida, and from the Atlantic Ocean to the Mississippi River, effectively doubling the nation's size.
- Britain committed to withdrawing its troops from the U.S. and allowed for their departure without conflict.
- Both nations agreed to repay existing debts owed to one another.
- Protection of Loyalists: U.S. agreed not to persecute them and welcomed return of those who left.
- American fishermen retained access to fishing grounds off Newfoundland.
- Restoration of Negapatnam in India to Dutch control was part of the treaty’s stipulations.
- Spain regained control over Florida.
Interesting Tidbits
- American signatories of the treaty signed their names in alphabetical order, highlighting the collaborative spirit of the delegation.
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