John Quincy Adams6 February 1778
An informal alliance between the United States and France during the American Revolution, the Treaty of Amity recognizes the United States as an independent country, and promotes trade between the two nations
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An informal alliance between the United States and France during the American Revolution, the Treaty of Amity recognizes the United States as an independent country, and promotes trade between the two nations
Signed by Benjamin Franklin, Silas Deane & Arthur Lea on behalf of the Americans with the French
Along with its sister document the Treaty of Alliance, one two treaties signed on February 6, 1778 in Paris, France between the United States and France establishing a commercial alliance between these two nations
An informal alliance between the United States and France during the American Revolution, the Treaty of Amity recognizes the United States as an independent country, and promotes trade between the two nations.
Mutual protection of all vessels and cargo when in US or French jurisdiction. Mutual Most Favored Nation status between France & the USA with regard to commerce and navigation.
The Franco-American Treaty of Amity & Commerce & Treaty of Alliance is signed in Paris. Signed by Benjamin Franklin, Silas Deane & Arthur Lea on behalf of the Americans with the French.
Signed by Benjamin Franklin, Silas Deane & Arthur Lea on behalf of the Americans with the French
The Treaty is received by Congress
The Treaty is ratified by Congress
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