The Peace of Paris, 1783 (Edexcel GCSE History): Flashcards
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When was Treaty of Paris signed?
When was Treaty of Paris signed?
3 September 1783
What did Peace of Paris 1783 end?
What did Peace of Paris 1783 end?
American War of Independence
Key American negotiator at Treaty of Paris
Key American negotiator at Treaty of Paris
Benjamin Franklin
USA's western boundary after 1783
USA's western boundary after 1783
Mississippi River
What did Britain recognise in Treaty of Paris?
What did Britain recognise in Treaty of Paris?
United States as independent nation
What fishing rights did USA gain in 1783?
What fishing rights did USA gain in 1783?
Fishing rights over Newfoundland
What territory was returned to Spain in 1783?
What territory was returned to Spain in 1783?
Florida
Main North American territory Britain kept in 1783
Main North American territory Britain kept in 1783
Canada
Indigenous peoples' role in 1783 negotiations
Indigenous peoples' role in 1783 negotiations
Not included/excluded entirely
When did secret peace negotiations begin?
When did secret peace negotiations begin?
1782
What did USA agree to repay Britain?
What did USA agree to repay Britain?
War debts owed to British creditors
What rights did Loyalists have in Treaty of Paris?
What rights did Loyalists have in Treaty of Paris?
Property rights should be respected
Which island became Spanish territory in 1783?
Which island became Spanish territory in 1783?
Menorca
Mediterranean territory Britain kept in 1783
Mediterranean territory Britain kept in 1783
Gibraltar
Why did Americans have leverage in negotiations?
Why did Americans have leverage in negotiations?
Defeated British forces militarily