The Treaty of Paris, signed in 1783, officially ended the American Revolutionary War between Great Britain and the United States. Its primary accomplishments included:
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Ended the War with Great Britain: The treaty recognized American independence and marked the formal conclusion of the conflict.
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Established Borders: The treaty defined the borders of the newly independent United States, which expanded significantly east of the Mississippi River and included land north to Canada and south to Florida.
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No Direct Role in Articles of Confederation: While the treaty helped stabilize the new nation post-war, it did not establish the Articles of Confederation. The Articles were adopted in 1781, before the treaty was signed.
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Congressional Power: While the treaty itself did not grant Congress significant power over the states, it was a step toward the recognition of the United States as a sovereign entity and laid the groundwork for later governance structures.
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Land Grants: The treaty did recognize the United States' rights to all land up to the Mississippi River, but it did not grant all land from the Mississippi River to the Pacific Ocean, as that territory would be addressed in later treaties and negotiations.
In summary, the most direct accomplishment of the Treaty of Paris was officially ending the war and recognizing American independence, while establishing borders for the new nation.
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