12 h, feb 6, 1778 y - France Recognizes U.S. as Independant
Description:
In February of 1778 France signed a treaty of alliance with the United States of America. By doing so France recognized the U.S. as an independent nation and agreed to use its worldwide network of diplomats, financial connections, and military resources to help the U.S. secure its independence from Great Britain.Added to timeline:
Date:
12 h, feb 6, 1778 y
Now
~ 247 years ago