XYZ affair (sep 1, 1797 – sep 1, 1798)
Description:
The XYZ Affair was a diplomatic incident between French and United States diplomats that resulted in a limited, undeclared war known as the Quasi-War. U.S. and French negotiators restored peace with the Convention of 1800, also known as the Treaty of Mortefontaine.Added to timeline:
Date:
sep 1, 1797
sep 1, 1798
~ 12 months