Summary
Treaty of Alliance between the United States and France 1778
The treaty of alliance between the United States, and France was signed Feb 6, 1778. The United States had been at war with England, as well had France. The purpose of this treaty was to forge an alliance between the two countries in solidarity to fight the British Empire. The treaty stated in article 1, that both countries would assist each other as good and faithful allies. It was agreed, that neither party would conclude any truce with Great Britain unless formal consent with the other was first obtained, and independence of the United States was assured. The treaty also stipulates, both parties may invite or admit any other powers who may have suffered at the hand
Treaty of Alliance between the United States and France 1778
The treaty of alliance between the United States, and France was signed Feb 6, 1778. The United States had been at war with England, as well had France. The purpose of this treaty was to forge an alliance between the two countries in solidarity to fight the British Empire. The treaty stated in article 1, that both countries would assist each other as good and faithful allies. It was agreed, that neither party would conclude any truce with Great Britain unless formal consent with the other was first obtained, and independence of the United States was assured. The treaty also stipulates, both parties may invite or admit any other powers who may have suffered at the hand