feb 6, 1778 - The Treaty of Alliance is signed
Description:
The Treaty of Alliance with France was signed on February 6, 1778, creating a military alliance between the United States and France against the British. Negotiated by the American diplomats Benjamin Franklin, Silas Deane, and Arthur Lee, the treaty required that neither France nor the United States agree to a separate peace with Great Britain, and that American independence be a condition of any future peace agreement. In addition to the treaty, the Treaty of Amity and Commerce with France was signed on February 6, 1778, promoting trade and commercial ties between the 2 countries.Added to timeline:
Date:
feb 6, 1778
Now
~ 247 years ago