Treaty of Washington
At a glance:
- Series: Great Events from History: North American Series
- Categories: Government and Politics, Diplomacy, International Relations, Foreign Affairs
- Subcategories: Treaties, Agreements, Negotiations
- Curriculum: British History, American Civil War & Reconstruction Era (1856-1877), Canadian History
- Geographical Location: Washington, D.C., Geneva
- Date: May 8, 1871
Article abstract: A U.S.-British settlement of differences becomes a milestone in international conciliation.
Summary of Event
On February 27, 1871, official Washington shrugged off late-winter dreariness to celebrate the beginning of a momentous gathering of American and British dignitaries. The social festivities that took place did much to dissipate the feelings of bitterness and suspicion that had dominated Anglo-American relations since the Civil War years. The Washington Conference had been called to deal with the Alabama claims, the major...
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