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1785 in United States of America

Explore 3 historical events and records for United States of America in 1785.

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Historical records for United States of America in 1785

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February

24 February 1785

Minister of England

Adams, John Quincy · Minister of England · Government / Continental

Appointed Minister of England

November

30 November 1785

Demands Britain relinquish military posts along Great Lakes & in Ohio, Britain

Adams, John Quincy · Washington · Government / Continental

Demands Britain relinquish military posts along Great Lakes & in Ohio, Britain refuses

Other events (month unknown)

1785

National Lands

Jefferson, Thomas · Washington · President of USA · Government / Government of USA

Townships divided into sections & sold to developers for not less than $1 per acre. Public lands are surveyed & divided into townships

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