How did John Jay intend to secure a better treaty for the US and how did the British react?
Understand the Problem
The question is asking about John Jay's intentions in securing a better treaty for the United States and the British reaction to those efforts. It requires an understanding of historical contexts and events related to diplomatic negotiations.
Answer
Jay aimed to resolve issues from the 1783 Treaty and secure British withdrawal from forts. The British agreed but gained economic favors.
John Jay intended to secure a better treaty by negotiating British withdrawal from forts in the Northwest Territory and addressing unresolved issues from the Treaty of Paris 1783. The British reacted by negotiating but the treaty favored British economic interests. They agreed to withdraw from forts but made few concessions.
Answer for screen readers
John Jay intended to secure a better treaty by negotiating British withdrawal from forts in the Northwest Territory and addressing unresolved issues from the Treaty of Paris 1783. The British reacted by negotiating but the treaty favored British economic interests. They agreed to withdraw from forts but made few concessions.
More Information
Although the treaty achieved certain goals, it was unpopular in America because many felt it favored British interests.
Tips
Understand the context of post-Revolution tensions and trade disputes that motivated Jay's mission.
Sources
- John Jay's Treaty, 1794–95 - Office of the Historian - history.state.gov
- Jay Treaty | George Washington's Mount Vernon - mountvernon.org
- Jay Treaty - Wikipedia - en.wikipedia.org
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