Which of the following was the provision in the treaty of paris 1763?

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The Treaty of Paris, signed in 1763, ended the Seven Years' War (also known as the French and Indian War in North America) and had several key provisions:

  1. Territorial Changes: France ceded Canada and all its territories east of the Mississippi River to Great Britain, effectively ending its colonial presence in North America.

  2. Spanish Cession: Spain, an ally of France, ceded Florida to Britain but received the vast territory of Louisiana (west of the Mississippi River) from France as compensation.

  3. British Dominance: The treaty established British dominance in North America and significantly reduced French influence on the continent.

  4. Restitution of Property: Various territories and property were restored to their original owners, though the primary focus was on the redistribution of land between France, Britain, and Spain.

These provisions set the stage for future conflicts with Indigenous peoples in North America and contributed to the growing tensions that would lead to the American Revolution. If you have a specific aspect of the treaty you're interested in, feel free to ask!