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Why was it called "The Treaty of Paris?"
It was negotiated in Paris, France.
What is the Treaty of Paris?
A letter for the colonies to get more land and area to build and fit more people in.
What was the date of Yorktown surrender?
October 19 1781
When was the Treaty of Paris was signed?
September 3, 1783.
Why did it take a long time?
It took a long time because for the British to agree with the United States.
Main Ideas of the treaty?
1. That Britian no longer had any claim on the land or goverment.
2. The boundaries of the United States allowed the western expansion.
3. Both sides wanted to protect their citizens rights and possessions.
2. The boundaries of the United States allowed the western expansion.
3. Both sides wanted to protect their citizens rights and possessions.
What is the only article that is still in force today and what does it say.
Number one and it says it recognizes the U.S as an independent country.
The Treaty of Paris was the official peace treaty ....
between the United States and Britain that ended the American Revolutionary War.
Who was there from the Colonies to discuss and agree to the Treaty?
John Admas, Benjamin Franklin, and John Jay.
What were the three main points of the Treaty of Paris?
1. Britain recognized the colonies to be free.
2. The boundaries of the United States allowed for western expansion.
3. It agreed for fishing rights, prisoners of war, and access to the Mississippi river.
2. The boundaries of the United States allowed for western expansion.
3. It agreed for fishing rights, prisoners of war, and access to the Mississippi river.
Which article is still in force?
Article 1 which states that the United States is an independent state.