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— 250 years since 1776. Explore two and a half centuries of American history.
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Anniversaries in American history that fall on September 3.
1783 · Events / Wars & Conflicts
Treaty of Paris signed
Britain recognizes American independence; Mississippi River set as western boundary
The American Revolution
1783 · Documents
Treaty of Paris (1783)
The agreement that ended the Revolutionary War and recognized American independence
Treaty of Paris (1783)