41
/
AIzaSyB4mHJ5NPEv-XzF7P6NDYXjlkCWaeKw5bc
May 31, 2026
642385
191692
2
Public Timelines
FAQ

The "XYZ Affair" takes place (nov 15, 1797 – may 25, 1798)

Description:

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:

nov 15, 1797
may 25, 1798
~ 6 months

Images:

YouTube: